We are seeking to establish a pool of Student Services Program Coordinators for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Belmont City College (CC) has modern facilities and is set in the heart of the City of Belmont, providing the backdrop for our many innovative programs. We pride ourselves in being able to give individualised care and attention to help each student reach their potential, developing their self-confidence, independence and the knowledge and skills necessary to enable them to take advantage of increasing opportunities beyond school.
Our focus is on providing a safe and caring learning environment that encourages students to become self-motivated, independent learners who demonstrate pride in themselves, their school, and their community. A strong pastoral care program supports the social and emotional needs of the students, whilst the diverse range of academic and vocational programs nurture academic excellence for all students.
Belmont CC offers programs ranging from our highly successful Department of Education Approved Specialist Contemporary Drama Program to our Music Excellence program and the selective A Plus Academic Excellence Program in partnership with the University of Western Australia. Our Follow the Dream: Partnerships for Success program, Clontarf Academy and STARS engagement programs provide support for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Find out more about our school by visiting Belmont City College or Schools Online.
The Role
Belmont CC is seeking to establish a pool of highly capable and passionate Student Services Program Coordinators. The suitable applicants will ideally show outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and should work collaboratively with all members of the Student Services team to support the health and wellbeing of students.
The Program Coordinator – Student Services should be responsible for students' behaviour, attendance, and social and emotional well-being. Suitable applicants should have demonstrated knowledge of the Positive Behaviour in Schools framework, and a growth mind-set should be evident in their communications with students, parents and staff.
Suitable applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills as they will need to work effectively with many stakeholders across the school and wider community. This includes, but is not limited to, parents/carers, teachers, other schools, external agencies and community groups. Ideally, they would understand Trauma Informed Practice, adopt a restorative approach to conflict, and apply their knowledge to broker the best outcomes for students through their outstanding, complex case management skills.
The Program Manager – Student Services is a member of the College senior leadership team and contributes to whole school review and planning. They will also be responsible for the performance development of non-teaching staff and have the ability to utilise a growth coaching approach to mentor staff on a needs basis.
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 Maree Meloncelli, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 947 39800 or emailing maree.meloncelli@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Steve Smethurst on 0416 300 310.
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 two (2) 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
- 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.
- 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).
- 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/SA1039131
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 15 April 2026
