Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator - Vocational Education and Training

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This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency.

Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. The school emphasises positive behaviour supports and a culture of care, courtesy, respect and responsibility. The school aims to empower students from diverse backgrounds to be successful and supports staff development and professional growth.

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Hedland SHS is seeking a dedicated educational leader to join the senior leadership team as Program Coordinator – Vocational Education and Training (VET).

The successful applicant will promote and build on VET achievements with an innovative and strategic approach, with strong understanding of VET in a secondary context. The role involves developing and maintaining partnerships with industry, small businesses, training providers and other organisations to maximise student opportunities. The ideal candidate will guide the Career Practitioner in developing and implementing pathway planning to help students achieve their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE).

The Program Coordinator – VET will lead, manage, and plan aspects of the school's VET, workplace learning, university enabling programs, endorsed programs and other training-related curriculum programs in collaboration with the Deputy Principal of Senior School and the VET and Careers Team. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the role requires experience in leading staff within a VET team and, preferably, oversight of workplace learning. The role includes curriculum leadership in VET and collaboration with the Executive Team and Senior School Team to support positive student outcomes.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, professional leadership of VET staff, and the ability to analyse student performance data for planning are valued. The Program Coordinator – VET is responsible for the annual reflection, review, and operational planning cycle for this business area. Other responsibilities may include pathway planning, guidance, and Year 10 course counselling.

Working for the Department of Education offers benefits to support professional and personal well-being, including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development, and leave provisions. Key benefits include:

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 per year
• District Allowance of $9 299 per year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks' vacation leave
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation
• Air conditioning subsidy
• Travel concessions
• Optical aids subsidy
• Return flights to Perth or a regional centre

Find out more about benefits by visiting the professional and personal benefits page. For information on allowances and housing, contact Housing and Transport at or

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid visa with 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
• 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).

Apply online in two steps. Step 1: Select Apply for Job, complete the online application form with two referees (one preferable current line manager). Step 2: Attach documents. Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three pages outlining your employment history and professional learning relevant to this position
• A three-page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
• Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in diverse educational settings
• High level of interpersonal and public relations skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Demonstrated professional knowledge to ensure strong educational outcomes for all students
• Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources

Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team at

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies within 12 months of this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 5 September 2025.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Education Administration Programs

South Hedland, Western Australia, Australia

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