Program Coordinator

Salary: Level 3, $137,428 - $150,385 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

Instrumental Music School Services (IMSS) is a large service provider which works across metropolitan and country primary and secondary schools, providing instrumental instruction to students from Years 3 to 12. In addition to weekly small group instrumental lessons, students have opportunities to participate in enrichment music activities which combine them working collaboratively, across year levels and with students from other schools. IMSS is guided by our school plan as well as overarching Department policies and procedures. Our vision at IMSS is to provide a rich environment where students have opportunities and pathways for inspiration, success in music and personal excellence.

IMSS teachers deliver lessons under the IMSS Whole School Teaching and Learning Program, developed from the WA Curriculum, The Arts (Music) and the IMSS Pedagogical Framework which includes the aspects Playing from Notation, Playing by Ear, Playing from Memory, and Improvisation. IMSS teachers are supported to deliver the teaching and learning program including common assessments which inform ongoing teaching practice. Effective and educative feedback to students, parents, and schools via assessment and reporting is an essential element of the role. Instrumental lessons are delivered alongside the classroom music program and supported by the host school.

Instrumental Music School Services (IMSS) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Program Coordinator – Brass.

The successful applicant will ideally be a motivated, highly skilled, and innovative educator to join the Senior Leadership Team. In collaboration with the principal and members of the executive team they provide educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision.

Central to this position would be the ability to provide educational leadership guided by the IMSS Pedagogical Framework and School Plan. This includes the quality of Brass teaching, administrative supervision, and performance development of staff. You would also liaise with the Executive and allied professional on the management of resources for Brass instruction, including suitable staff deployment and instrument management.

The successful applicant should ideally use effective change strategies to lead the school community to accept and develop opportunities for improved performance in the relevant area of responsibility. A key part of this role is participation in decision making processes, and actively promoting the educational policies and strategies of the Department of Education and the IMSS to instrumental music teachers, school-based administrators, staff and the general community.

The Program Coordinator ideally models a culture of self-reflection and improvement providing coaching and mentoring as they promote professional growth and leadership capabilities within teams and in others. They should possess excellent organization, communication and public relation skills that allow them to build and maintain collaborative and respectful partnerships across our school community. We value creative thinking that leads to better solutions and outcomes for our students.

The successful applicant will ideally bring to the role a strong sense of passion and motivation in music education through the Brass Learning Area and will retain a teaching role. A high level of teaching competence in the Arts, Music area of Strings teaching and an understanding of the stylistic requirements of the context will be well regarded. A knowledge of specific instrumental pedagogy including music literacy, and general curriculum trends in music education is also advantageous.

Some regional travel is required in this role, this will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

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 personalbenefits .

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Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

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.

- 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

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.

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 four (4) 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: SS/SA1001966

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 Monday, 27 October 2025

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