Program Coordinator

Join to apply for the Program Coordinator - Student Services role at the Department of Education, Western Australia . This is a 9‑month fixed‑term, full‑time position commencing Term 1, 2026. Join a Team that Makes a Difference – Care & Lead at Narrogin Senior High School (SHS) Are you ready to elevate your career in education while immersing yourself in the warmth of a welcoming rural community? At Narrogin SHS, we are building something special and want you to be part of it. The Role The Program Coordinator – Student Services is dynamic, strategic, proactive, and hands‑on. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with the Student Services personnel and Executive Team to develop, manage, and deliver relevant programs and initiatives that support the school’s core values. They will lead with cultural responsiveness and be an effective communicator, able to handle difficult conversations in a compassionate and empathetic way. Monitor and report on students in relation to attendance, behaviour, social/emotional wellbeing, educational engagement, and students at educational risk. Provide support to teachers and curriculum leaders in student wellbeing and work in a collaborative team to meet all School Curriculum and Standards Authority requirements through targeted intervention and student case management. Build positive, professional working relationships with students, staff, parents, and stakeholders. Motivate and lead by example as part of the Student Services Team. About the School Narrogin SHS is a vibrant, inclusive community committed to excellence, innovation, and opportunity. Our 2024‑2026 Business Plan focuses on elevating student achievement and inspiring lifelong success. The school serves a diverse catchment including Boddington, Wickepin, Pingelly, and Wagin. Our facilities include: State‑of‑the‑art Hospitality Trade Training Centre with a student‑run café Purpose‑built Music and Performing Arts centre We provide personalised mentorship and guidance, and encourage leadership, community involvement and extracurricular engagement. Benefits Working for the Department of Education provides competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Key benefits include: Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 000 12% employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays) Subsidised accommodation where applicable Free relocation Eligibility Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of appointment. Registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia. Valid Working With Children Check before commencement. Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit. Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: 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. Attach your documents. Your application should include: A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF and demonstrating: Capacity to provide effective leadership in diverse educational settings. High level of interpersonal and public‑relations skills. Professional knowledge to achieve high educational outcomes for all students. Capacity to manage physical and financial resources. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. Contact: Josh Jones, Associate Principal – Student Services, phone (08) 9881 9300, email Applications close: 4.30 pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 10 December 2025. Equity and Diversity We welcome 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr