We are seeking to establish a pool of Student Support Officers 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 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Kalamunda Primary Education Support Centre (KPESC) is a welcoming, inclusive and supportive school that provides high-quality, targeted educational programs for students with complex learning needs. Located on a shared site with Kalamunda Primary School, KPESC values strong collaboration and positive partnerships to support student success.
As part of our team, you will work within a collegial and professional environment that promotes Care, Community, Learning and Respect. Our staff are committed to creating safe, engaging and enriching learning environments, building student independence, and supporting positive outcomes through consistent, evidence-based practice.
Find out more about our school by visiting kalamundapesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
This position provides leadership in the planning, coordination, and delivery of evidence-based educational programs to support students with complex learning and behavioural needs within the schools' Regulations, Education, Autonomy, Daily-living, and You-The READY Program. The role ensures that teaching and learning align with the Essentials for Living (EFL) framework and Department of Education priorities.
The role is responsible for leading the development, implementation and review of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behaviour Support Plans. This involves analysing behaviour data to monitor student progress, making informed decisions, and adjusting programs that align with EFL and trauma-informed practice to improve student outcomes.
A key focus of the role is building staff capacity through professional learning, coaching and modelling to support consistent, high-quality teaching and inclusive practices across the school. The position also leads the development and maintenance of effective systems and processes, including documentation, referral pathways, behaviour support planning and case management, to ensure accountability, consistency and collaborative practice within our school community and with external agencies. A strength of the role is the ability to interpret behaviour plans and therapy goals from allied health professionals.
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 Samantha Brassington, Principal on (08) 9257 4750 or emailing Samantha.Brassington@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.
- 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.
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships.
- Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines.
- Demonstrated good research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services.
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: SS/SS1043788
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 29 May 2026
