Principal Consultant

This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Schools Group develops overall strategic directions for promoting and developing Government schools. The Group is responsible for:

• providing educational leadership to regions and schools
• promoting excellence in teaching practice and learning outcomes
• developing and implementing operational policies to achieve outcomes
• setting directions for the delivery of services to schools.

The Role
The Principal Consultant implements, coordinates and supports system-wide educational projects, initiatives, strategies, contract management and reform programs being undertaken within the Department. They continually monitor, review and evaluate the effectiveness of educational projects, initiatives, strategies, contracts and reform programs to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and report progress to senior management, relevant committees and other relevant interest groups.

If successful, you will provide input to the development of policy, implementation frameworks, annual project plans, contracts and other key documentation. You will be required to maintain a close working relationship with central support services, regions and schools to assist and support the effective management of risk, such as critical incidents and, where identified, systematically investigate problems and issues.

Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in  East Perth  and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

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 Vicki McKeown, Executive Director Schooling Operations and Initiatives, on or

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (
Building Leadership Impact
)
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Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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 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.
• 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.
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and 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 being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:

• A CV of up to 2 pages outlining your recent employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A 3 page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
• Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships and networks, including experience in undertaking high-level consultations, collaborations and negotiations.
• Demonstrated highly developed conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and experience in developing options, applying strategic thinking to achieve outcomes and implement effective change management strategies.
• Demonstrated high-level project and program management skills, including ability to implement processes to facilitate monitoring, reporting and successful delivery.

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 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE 994092

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close:
4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 24 November 2025