Program Coordinator

Overview

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

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

This is a permanent part time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2025

At Koorana Education Support Centre (ESC), we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive.

Koorana ESC is seeking an experienced administrator who will work closely with the Principal and the administration team to provide educational leadership by developing and promoting the school vision and facilitating workforce effectiveness. The successful applicant should be a highly effective leader with outstanding interpersonal skills and professional practice grounded in positive support practices, with a strong understanding of curriculum, positive behaviour support policies and procedures, and a proven ability to build positive, professional relationships across the school community.

The role requires capacity in strategic planning and change management to lead the school community toward improved services and outcomes for students. This includes use of evidence-based programs to improve literacy and numeracy and to build social and emotional capacity, including knowledge of programs such as Letters and Sounds, Talk for Writing, Zones of Regulation, PBS, and the Berry Street Education Model.

Professional benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Further information about benefits is available in the attached package.

Responsibilities

The role involves leading educational initiatives in the school and community, working with the Principal and administration team to promote the school vision, and fostering workforce effectiveness. Applicants should demonstrate strategic planning, change management, and the use of evidence-based programs to support student literacy/numeracy and social-emotional development.

Qualifications and Eligibility

Equity and Diversity: We are committed to an inclusive workforce and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility for employment includes:

- Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or valid visa with work rights for the term of the appointment
- Working With Children Check (valid)
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a current Screening Clearance Number (Department of Education)

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Step 2: Attach documents

Your application should include:

- A CV up to three pages outlining employment history and professional learning relevant to this position
- A three-page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Details of two work-related referees, preferably one current line manager

Two-page note on selection criteria may include:

- Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in diverse educational settings
- Interpersonal and public relations skills to establish and maintain relationships and achieve outcomes
- Professional knowledge to ensure educational outcomes for all students (including Aboriginal students, students from diverse backgrounds, and students with special needs)
- Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources

It is recommended attachments be ready before selecting Apply for Job. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support, contact the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA994399

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 10 October 2025.

Additional Information

Location: Warnbro | Unit/Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region | Branch: Koorana Education Support Centre | Work Type: Permanent - Part Time | Position No.: 00044231

For more information, please contact Ashleigh Currie, Principal, at (08) 9523 7999 or Ashleigh.currie@education.wa.edu.au. During school holidays, you may contact Ashleigh Currie on 0427 194 416.

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