This is a six-month fixed term full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension
Warwick Senior High School (SHS) is an Independent Public School located in the northern suburbs of Perth. Ideally situated, it is a school with a strong tradition of academic excellence. The school provides a mix of traditional and innovative programs. It offers courses leading to tertiary studies, TAFE traineeships and apprenticeships and the workplace Warwick's specialist programs include Department of Education Approved Netball and Australian Rules Football, school based Academic Excellence, Dance Elite and Music, as well as a number of vocational education and training (VET) certificates.
Find out more about our school by visiting warwickshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic leader. Working closely with the Student Services, Executive and wider administrative team, the Program Coordinator - Student Services – Lower School will oversee and guide a team, fostering staff cohesion and capacity building. They will also play a key role in the implementation of school policies related to attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing.
The successful applicant will ideally be able to demonstrate effective leadership qualities including the capacity to strategically lead evidence-based improvements, inspire others, and build and maintain effective working relationships with parents, student and teachers through highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
The Program Coordinator - Student Service - Lower School is accountable for the effective daily management of the lower school team and works in partnership with staff to achieve the schools’ targets. Along with the Head of Student Services – Senior School, they will collaborate closely with the School Psychologist, Nurse, Chaplain, Clerical Officers, Year Coordinators, and the Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer.
The successful applicant will ideally play a significant role in the daily management of student wellbeing and should be able to lead all staff in developing and implementing strategies to promote a whole-school focus on student engagement and well-being. The role has a strong emphasis on student behaviour and attendance using a combination of documented plans, positive reinforcement and restorative processes as well as a strong commitment to natural justice. the engagement of students in the learning process.
The role will commence week 4, term 3, with the exact date to be negotiated with the successful applicant and relevant school.
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 Jason Tomlinson, Associate Principal on (08) 9345 6430 or Jason.tomlinson@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.
• 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 five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. Your CV will need to highlight the following two criteria:
- 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.
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/SA1044140
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: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 5 June 2026.
