We are seeking to establish a pool of Program Coordinators - Student Services for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Aveley Secondary College (SC) opened in 2018 and is a large secondary school catering for students from Year 7 to 12 in Perth’s Swan Valley. The College is recognised as a school of choice, with high expectations and standards, a progressive approach and a commitment to excellence.

We are committed to excellence in teaching and learning, with Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) as our signature pedagogy, supported by a rigorous behaviour curriculum and systems designed to support conditions for learning in the classroom. Teachers are supported through ongoing professional learning and coaching in these key areas.

Aveley SC's collaborative approach to pedagogy has been recognised as a finalist in the WA Education Awards 2025 & 2026 for Excellence in Teaching and Learning and has been acknowledged by the Grattan Institute as an example of best practice. Our teaching staff have also been filmed by the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) to showcase effective classroom practice.

A key feature of the College is our strong team culture, with staff working collaboratively and supported by a comprehensive range of curriculum resources. As alumni of the Fogarty EDvance program, the school has visitors from across the state and country visiting our classrooms to see our teachers in action. Our teachers are central to the success of our College and the outcomes achieved by our students.

Find out more about our school by visiting aveleysc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated leaders for the role of Program Coordinator – Student Services. This is a key leadership position within the College, responsible for supporting our vision and moral purpose. Suitable applicants will play a pivotal role in supporting the attendance, wellbeing, engagement and achievement of students, while working closely with staff and leadership to implement programs that promote a positive learning environment. Ideally, applicants will possess efficient communication and interpersonal skills, be highly collaborative and able to build a team and professional learning culture.

Key responsibilities may include:

• leading attendance and behaviour case management and strategies to improve student outcomes;
• coordinating support for students at educational risk;
• analysing student data and using this to identify needs and inform targeted interventions;
• leading initiatives that strengthen student wellbeing, engagement and positive relationships;
• working collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies to support student outcomes; and
• leading, mentoring and supporting the Student Services team and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Suitable applicants will ideally show a commitment to high expectations, strong relationships and continuous improvement, with the capacity to lead others and make a meaningful contribution to positive student outcomes across the College.

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 Joshua Daniells, Deputy Principal on (08) 6296 1000 or emailing Joshua.Daniells@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 (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• Up to (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
  2. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
  3. 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).
  4. 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/SA1067676

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 3 November 2026