Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator - Learning Support and Inclusion Permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026. Are you a passionate and strategic school leader with a commitment to student wellbeing, learning support and inclusion? Carine Senior High School (SHS) is seeking an enthusiastic and highly effective applicant for the role of Program Coordinator – Learning support and Inclusion. This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in supporting the success and wellbeing of all students at one of WA’s leading secondary schools. Why Carine SHS? Wellbeing‑Focused Culture: prioritise a safe, inclusive, and positive school environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. Collaborative Leadership: work as part of a cohesive student services team, contributing to whole‑school culture and high expectations in behaviour and pastoral care. Strategic Impact: use data and systems thinking to shape proactive responses to student needs and improve wellbeing and engagement school‑wide. Proud Tradition: our students excel in academics, music, sport, leadership, and community service – supported by a dedicated and caring staff. Find out more about our school by visiting carinehs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online. The Role Provide leadership to improve learning support and inclusion across the school. Lead and coordinate whole‑school initiatives supporting students with additional needs to ensure differentiation in the classroom. Lead and manage well‑established education support programs. Manage complex cases and interventions for students with additional needs that require learning support and adjustments. Work closely with families, inter‑agencies and allied health to facilitate referral and support processes, ensuring accurate disability resourcing. Lead and manage a diverse team of specialised teachers, administrative staff and education assistants. Organise and lead parent engagement initiatives (e.g., information evenings) and act as a key communication contact. Engage with and support the use of electronic systems to monitor, track and report on inclusion programs. This position will have a teaching load that can change year to year depending on the needs of the school and role. What We’re Looking For Displays the capacity to lead across diverse educational settings, with a strong understanding of student services. Possesses high‑level interpersonal and public relations skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with staff, students and parents. Has a depth of professional knowledge and can apply this to support students from diverse backgrounds and with additional needs. Is data‑informed, proactive, and solution‑focused, with the ability to identify issues and implement creative strategies. Can manage physical and financial resources to deliver programs and initiatives that align with school priorities. 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 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 Raya Sara, Associate Principal, by telephoning or emailing Equity and Diversity 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. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021‑2025 for more details. Eligibility Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant 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. Application Instructions Select Apply for Job and complete the online application form, including details of two work‑related referees, preferably one being your current line manager. Attach your documents: a CV of up to three pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position, and a four‑page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF. 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 . Applications close: 4.30pm AWST on Tuesday, 2 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr