This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Student Engagement and Wellbeing Directorate implements system strategies and priorities to improve the engagement and wellbeing of students and delivers professional learning initiatives and resources for schools to strengthen the capability of the profession.
The Road Safety and Drug Education branch delivers specialised prevention education to keep children and young people safe. The programs are designed to contribute to the reduction of road related injury and harm from alcohol and other drug use. Its education strategies and resources are designed to build the capacity of teachers and schools to implement evidence-based school alcohol and other drug and road safety education programs.
The Role
In this key role, you will lead the design, development, implementation and monitoring of prevention education initiatives that empower educators through high‑quality professional learning, resources and services. You will deliver strategic advice aligned with State and national priorities and best‑practice.
You will lead collaboration across Western Australia’s education landscape to build partnerships and deliver high‑impact initiatives. Your work will be informed by research, analysis and strategic planning to ensure continuous enhancement and innovation. #LinkedIn
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Padbury and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
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 Kerry O'Hare, Manager Road Safety and Drug Education on (08) 9402 6414 or by emailing kerry.ohare@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.
- 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.
- hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- hold and maintain a current ‘C’ class drivers licence.
- undertake travel throughout the state, including overnight stays in nonmetropolitan locations and travelling in small aeroplanes to remote locations, as required.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and 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 being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated highly developed skills and experience in managing and implementing system-wide projects or programs in a large and complex organisation.
- Demonstrated highly developed leadership skills with the ability to develop strategic directions in accordance with program objectives, visions and goals.
- Demonstrated highly developed conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to provide innovative solutions to strategic and complex problems and issues that inform decision-making.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process
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: DOE1023261
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 18 March 2026
