This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
At Kojonup District High School (DHS) we have a proud history and have served our community since 1863. Located on Albany Highway between Perth and Albany, our 230 students have the added bonus of a 480-acre school farm close by.
All year levels love to visit the farm, and it forms an integral part of our students' learning journey whilst at the school. Sustainability and pathway planning programs are influenced by our farm environment, as are waste-wise practices, animal husbandry and paddock to plate understandings.
Growth through Learning is our vision at Kojonup DHS and it is embedded in everything that we do. At our school, we ensure that every student's academic, social and emotional growth is our priority. Students from Kindergarten to Year 10 work in an environment that nurtures them to achieve their personal best.
At Kojonup DHS we have an established Positive Behaviour Support approach that ensures we maintain high behaviour expectations, and we promote the values of Respect, Responsibility, Pride and Safety across the school. We aim to educate the whole child so they can embrace the future with integrity, compassion and a love for lifelong learning. Our school offers a calm natural environment with well-resourced classrooms. Children are nurtured, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.kojonupdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
A Farm Coordinator is directly involved in day-to-day operation of the farm enterprises and the implementation of the farm development plan. The successful applicant maintains enterprises on the farm which may include livestock management, cropping, horticulture, mechanics and building maintenance. The successful applicant assists in demonstrations and instructions to students with the guidance and direction of the Teacher. A wide range of general farm skills will be highly desirable for this position.
The successful applicant will ideally have the ability to work alone and be self-motivated, have organisational skills and the ability to be able to give, seek and receive feedback in the workplace. Weekend and seasonal work is required. The school will help the successful applicant obtain a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Courtney Toland, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9831 3300 or emailing courtney.toland@education.wa.edu.au.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF. Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
- Demonstrated knowledge, experience and competency within an agricultural enterprise. (Relevant to the requirements of the school).
- Demonstrated ability to provide effective supervision of students.
- Demonstrated financial management skills, including the ability to assist in the preparation, monitoring and reviewing of budgets and provide reports.
- Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and industry personnel.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively without supervision and as a member of a team.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS1031053
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 1:00pm (AWST) on Monday, 16 March 2026
