We are seeking to establish a pool of Learning Support Program Coordinators for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Kiara College is a vibrant learning community located on the western edge of the Swan Valley. We are a proudly Independent Public School with the unique characteristic of having a working farm on our site. Our ethos encourages personal development while igniting a passion for lifelong learning. We have a rich and diverse population of over 650 students, originating from over 20 different countries. A little over 30% of our students identify as Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander. We celebrate and embrace our diversity with a range of programs and activities aimed at promoting respect for all, while we continue to strive to be a culturally responsive organisation.
Kiara College is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in the Performing Arts, Agriculture and ongoing Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) redevelopments where students can capitalise on real life and industry standard applications of skills in these areas. Catering for Years 7 to 12, Kiara College offers comprehensive and innovative programs that support students to achieve their potential. Students can follow an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), General or Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways, preparing them for university entry, TAFE, or employment. Our partnerships with tertiary institutions such as ECU UniPrep and North Metro TAFE facilitate students’ success beyond school. We offer two Specialist Programs: Agriculture and Basketball. Students are also able to study Contemporary Music. We also comprehensively cater for neurodiverse students through of our Specialist Learning Program – Autism (SLP-A) which opened in 2025.
Find out more about our school by visiting kiaracollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The Learning Support Program Coordinator, will work collaboratively with the Principal and members of the administrative team to provide educational leadership within the school and the community. They would develop and promote the school's vision for academic success and lead with a particular focus on support Students at Educational Risk (SAER).
The Learning Support - Program Coordinator would develop and implement intervention programs and maintain oversight of NCCD data tracking and monitoring. Using effective change strategies, they will lead the school community to develop opportunities for improved service for SAER students by incorporating a trauma informed and inclusive approach, implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and utilising a data informed, and evidence based, decision-making approach to cater for all students, including those transitioning from Year 6.
The role may include a teaching component of up to 0.4 FTE where best practice can be modelled.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits
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 David Sullivan, Associate Principal on (08) 6235 7000 or David.Sullivan@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact David Sullivan on 0458 785 259.
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.
- hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
- 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.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
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 four (4) 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.
- Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
- Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
- Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources).
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: IPS/SA1031652
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 13 April 2026.
