This is a permanent, full time vacancy.

About the role

The Education, Employment & Transitional Services Directorate works towards assisting students to acquire, develop, practice and apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes now and in the future to take responsible control of their own lives.

The Prisoner Education Coordinator works as a team member to provide a comprehensive education and vocational training service to prisoners. Responsibilities include curriculum development, teaching, assessing, staff development and industry liaison.

As part of the Education, Employment & Transitional Services team, the successful applicant will be expected to:

• Work to improve communication and model integrity and respect in all interactions
• Operate within the Department's Corporate Governance Framework, policies and procedures and ensure effective transparency and accountability of all Department activity
• Operate within the chain of command to coordinate activities required to meet the Department’s strategic objectives
• Work collaboratively to achieve common goals and best practice and facilitate business improvements as appropriate
• Facilitate cultural and management reforms within the Department through leadership and engagement

Suitability Requirements

Through the recruitment process, we will be looking for a candidate who can demonstrate skills, experience and attributes in relation to the following:

• Professional Practice: demonstrated teaching experience including adult education with the ability to plan and coordinate a comprehensive education and vocational training program, relevant to the needs of clients.
• Ethical Behaviour: the ability to make ethical decisions daily and exemplify personal integrity and self-awareness.
• Professional Knowledge: the ability to design and implement teaching strategies that are responsive to the learning needs of students from diverse linguistic, cultural (including Aboriginal students), religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Communication Skills: the ability to communicate effectively and develop positive working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Organisational Skills: the ability to supervise, monitor, maintain, and develop learning and assessment resources including accurate management of client records.

The suitability requirements outlined will be what the panel will assess throughout the selection process.

Eligibility

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification – including teaching or equivalent
• Certificate IV Training and Assessment (or completes within six months of employment)

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• 20 days annual leave per year
• Plus 20 days of Professional Allowance Leave
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness Centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1. A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements in relation to the above Suitability Requirements.
2. A copy of your current qualifications as set out in the above Eligibility section.
3. Contact details of two (2) work related referees, one of whom should be your current/ most recent supervisor/manager.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at West Kimberley Regional Prison during this period.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Salena Winter, Prisoner Education Manager Regional on (08) 6250 9208 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link. 

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email workforcediversity@justice.wa.gov.au. 

Submitting your application

To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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