North Metropolitan Regional Education Office are seeking to fill 2 positions and establish a pool of Participation Coordinator for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2026 and up to the end of June 2028. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Regional Education Offices play a critical role in supporting schools across metropolitan and rural areas by promoting system-wide initiatives, providing guidance, and ensuring quality assurance. They are responsible for maintaining consistency in the implementation of policies and procedures, as well as ensuring all schools comply with relevant legislation. Through this support, schools are enabled to deliver high-quality education, fostering student development and maximising opportunities for all learners to achieve positive educational outcomes aligned with their individual capabilities.
Within this context, Participation Coordinators form an integral part of regional support services, delivering targeted outreach and case brokerage to young people who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging from education. They work collaboratively with schools, TAFE and private training providers, as well as government and non-government agencies and employers, to facilitate suitable pathway options and placements. The role involves regular travel to engage directly with students, families, and service providers, ensuring personalised support and improving the likelihood of successful engagement and transition outcomes.
The Role
This role is responsible for managing a designated caseload of compulsory school-aged students within the relevant Education Region, with a focus on those who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging—particularly in the senior secondary years. It involves delivering individualised case brokerage and face-to-face outreach support, while providing guidance to students and their parents or guardians on participation requirements and legislative obligations relating to the final years of compulsory education.
The position plays a key role in advocating for students to access appropriate support services and improving outcomes related to transitions and re-engagement into approved education, training or employment pathways. This includes assessing referrals, identifying individual needs, and developing high-quality pathway plans that support informed decision-making and successful transitions to post-school options such as TAFE, apprenticeships, traineeships, or other training and employment opportunities.
In addition, the role ensures all case coordination activities comply with relevant legislation, policies and procedures, including the Higher School Leaving Age and Related Provisions Act 2005. It involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders through meetings and professional networks, facilitating required approvals for post-school arrangements, and maintaining accurate records and data systems to support reporting, analysis, and the appropriate management of confidential information.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Tuart Hill 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)
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 Bruce Sherborne, Engagement and Transitions Manager - North Metropolitan Education Region on (08) 9285 3644 or emailing bruce.sherborne@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 current ‘C’ class driver’s licence.
- undertake travel, including overnight stays in non-metropolitan locations, as required.
- undertake travel in small aeroplanes to remote locations, as required.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
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 selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
1. Demonstrated considerable knowledge and experience of youth, education and training services, particularly in relation to at risk compulsory school-aged students.
3. Demonstrated well developed written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively in a team environment, in diverse settings and with target groups.
4. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relevant professional networks and negotiate successful outcomes.
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: DOE1035207
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday 24 April 2026
