We are seeking to establish a pool of Teacher - Year Coordinator - Student Services for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only.  

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

The School

Comet Bay College is a modern state of the art educational facility catering for students in Year 7 to Year 12. The College is situated in Secret Harbour, a coastal community 64 kilometres from Perth and draws students from its partner primary schools located in the Golden Bay and Secret Harbour areas. Due to its popularity and the rapid expansion of residential development around the college, Comet Bay College is a local intake school.

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

The Role

Comet Bay College is seeking highly motivated, innovative and proactive individuals to join our Student Services team as Teacher - Year Coordinator of year cohorts.

Year Coordinators are provided with time allocation (non-teaching) to conduct their role and as such there is no remuneration provided such as Special Responsibilities Allowance (SRA).

Suitable applicants work in collaboration with the Student Services Team, Learning Area staff, and external agencies to support students in a range of settings. They should encourage positive engagement and achievement at school through providing an environment that nurtures the emotional, physical and academic wellbeing of all students.

Suitable applicants should follow their allocated cohort through to following years. The role sees you work in close collaboration with the Student Support team which consists of an Associate Principal, three Program Coordinators of Student Support, a Year Coordinator of each year group, school psychologists, one chaplain, three youth officers, clerical staff, Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer and school nurse; so excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute to a productive environment that is inclusive, proactive and flexible is important.

Year Coordinators provide ongoing pastoral support and have a significant part in the daily management of student behaviour, attendance, engagement, and working closely with students to meet their individual needs. The role requires the application of intervention strategies to provide a responsible and effective support service for students, family members and staff, so the successful applicant should be on site and contactable during the school’s operational hours of 8am to 4pm on school days.

Suitable applicants should possess strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships. Knowledge and training in Classroom Management Skills (CMS), Restorative Practices and Positive Behaviour Support (WA PBS) will be highly regarded.

You actively lead the Year cohort including case management (including mental health, attendance, behaviour) as such experience and engagement with external agencies along with skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties will be advantageous. Suitable applicants should be skilled in the development, implementation and review processes for intervention planning to support student needs. 

Suitable applicants should actively promote positive culture through Student Service events, assemblies and reward days and possess effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines and meet deadlines.

You will ideally have high level knowledge of school and department policy and process, excellent record keeping skills, and the capacity to de-escalate conflict with distressed students, caregivers, and staff. A commitment to ongoing professional learning and professional growth will be highly regarded.

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?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Joanna Harmer, Associate Principal, on (08) 9553 8100 or emailing joanna.harmer@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:

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
• apply for a WA 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.

Application Instructions

NEW Application Process

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers.  

Please take note of the new application instructions detailed below.

You must apply using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template is the only application document required to apply for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement.

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

• Your teaching history, qualifications, and recent and relevant professional development and training; and
• 2 character limited written responses addressing 2 AITSL domains (approx. 400 words per domain):
  • Professional Knowledge
  • Professional Engagement

Step 3: Submit Your Application Online

1. Click ‘Apply for Job’

1. Complete the online application, including details of two professional referees, one must be your current or most recent line manager

1. Upload your completed CV Template only. Note: Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.  

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Information Guides attached at the top of this advertisement for guidance and tips on completing your application.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.

For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department’s Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.

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/TCH1062049

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026