This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
This is a Principal Consultant – Secondary Curriculum and Assessment (Technologies) position.
The Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy Directorate ensures high-quality education standards in Western Australia. It develops and reviews ATAR examinations, implements moderation to maintain comparability, and leads the transition to online curriculum and assessments. The Directorate manages K-12 policies and programs, researches best practice, and ensures responsiveness to the School Curriculum and Standards Authority Board and the Minister, supporting strategic goals through innovative policies and project management.
The Role
The Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy division is seeking to appoint a qualified, highly motivated and committed Principal Consultant, Secondary - Curriculum and Assessment with specialised expertise in teaching WACE (Western Australian Certificate of Education) Materials Design and Technologies in Years 11 and 12, as well as Years 7 to 10 Design and Technologies.
This role will require the successful applicant to manage the course syllabuses for Materials Design and Technologies and at least one other Design and Technologies course and to provide leadership for the development and review of curriculum, assessment and standards support materials in Design and Technologies Years 7 to 12, monitor and review the implementation and delivery of curriculum, courses and course standards, and provide high-level curriculum expertise in the development of quality ATAR course examinations and marking keys.
The Principal Consultant will facilitate consultation and collaborative processes between school systems/sector, schools and other stakeholder organisations to share ideas and devise common approaches on the implementation of the Authority’s policies and procedures. The Principal Consultant will manage contract writers and associated physical resources, if required, in a manner which meets legislated requirements and provides executive support for advisory committees when required. Suitable applicants will provide high level advice, correspondence and briefings to the Minister, the Board, the Executive Director, education systems and sector as required, and develop and implement moderation processes for the secondary years of schooling and organise, facilitate and coordinate seminars, school visits and information sessions for staff from schools, regions, professional associations, systems and sectors as required.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- 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 Nadia Civa, Manager on (08) 9273 6355 or emailing nadia.civa@scsa.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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia
- 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 four (4) 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 high-level knowledge of curriculum and assessment in the context of the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline, the WACE, ATAR course examinations, performance monitoring and review.
3. Demonstrated substantial project and program management skills, including the ability to implement processes to facilitate monitoring, reporting and successful delivery and objectives in a timely manner.
4. Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including experience in undertaking consultation, stakeholder engagement, collaboration and negotiation.
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: DOE924770
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 11 February 2025
