This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026
Our vision is that ‘We inspire all students in a culturally responsive, supportive environment and encourage opportunities for success’. Our school values are “We are respectful, we are resilient, and we build positive relationships”.
Westminster Education Support Centre (ESC) is a dynamic and vibrant school providing a safe, friendly student- focussed learning environment for our students. We offer various programs designed to develop our students' needs academically, socially and emotionally.
We share a campus with Westminster Primary School. This provides our students with an opportunity for integration and inclusion, through participation in whole school activities and the chance to take part in mainstream classes.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.westminsteresc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Student Support Coordinator to join our team.
The Student Support Coordinator plays a key role in supporting student wellbeing, engagement and attendance, with a particular focus on students at educational risk. The role provides individualised case management, coordinating internal and external support services to ensure students receive timely and appropriate assistance. The coordinator works closely with students, families and relevant agencies, develops and monitors wellbeing and engagement programs, and supports the implementation of strategies that improve participation in educational programs.
In addition, the Student Support Coordinator provides advice to staff on complex student matters, prepares case notes and reports, analyses attendance and program data to identify trends, and responds to enquiries from parents and community members regarding engagement concerns. The role also includes leading and mentoring Allied Professional staff within the student services team and establishing effective partnerships, agreements and protocols with support and employer agencies to enhance outcomes for identified students
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 Carmen Lopez, Principal on (08) 9413 5000 or carmen.lopez@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 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 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: IPS/SS1039375
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 19 June 2026
