This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Teacher Registration Directorate comprises the Registration and Customer Services branch, the Investigations and Compliance branch and the Policy and Quality Assurance branch. The directorate is responsible for providing secretariat services to the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA). The directorate supports the Board’s mission of serving the public interest by ensuring that teachers are registered and teacher education programs are accredited in accordance with relevant legislation and in the best interests of children. More information about the Directorate can be found on the TRBWA website.
The Role
The Manager develops and maintains a risk-based approach to acting on disciplinary, impairment and
misconduct related matters reported to the TRBWA. Through the Director, the Manager advises the TRBWA as to the status of investigations and formulates recommendations for action.
The Manager will lead, mentor and co-ordinate a multi-disciplined investigation team ensuring that the Board meets its strategic and operational objectives.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- 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).
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
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 Richard B Miles, Director, Teacher Registration on (08) 9223 9106 or Richard.B.Miles@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.
- possess a relevant qualification in investigations or similar.
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following three selection criteria (‘Shapes and Manages Strategy’, ‘Achieves Results’ and ‘Builds Productive Relationships) as outlined in the attached JDF:
Shapes and Manages Strategy
- Extensive experience managing and conducting complex and sensitive regulatory investigations.
- Extensive experience in strategic reviews and monitoring major investigation strategies, planning and outcomes to maintain high level integrity and compliance.
- Knowledge of traditional and contemporary investigative techniques.
- High-level policy interpretation, development and implementation experience
Achieves Results
- Extensive interview experience and participation in the management of investigations.
- Sound problem solving with analytical judgment skills.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and address risks that may impede work completion; proactively escalates issues that have not been controlled to ensure work remains on track.
- Demonstrated knowledge and practical understanding of policing practises, policy, procedures and culture, rules of evidence, court and tribunal procedures.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and managing an investigation team/s in reviewing, highly sensitive and complex regulatory matters.
Builds Productive Relationships
- Excellent organisational and team leading skills, together with a demonstrated ability to manage a demanding workload in a dynamic work environment to ensure that there is a focus on priority tasks and that deadlines are met.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, including the ability to work collaboratively.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria below assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process
Exemplifies Personal Integrity and Self-awareness
- Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, probity and professional development.
- Proven record of integrity, tact and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Communicates and Influences Effectively
- Highly developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to effectively motivate and synergise a work team.
- Confidently presents messages in a clear, concise and articulate manner. Translates information for others.
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: DOE1029315
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 Monday, 23 March 2026
