Coordinator

This is a permanent full-time position commencing in Term 4 2026

We are open to part time applicants at a reduced FTE and encourage all interested applicants to apply.

The Student Engagement and Wellbeing Directorate implements system strategies and priorities to improve the engagement and wellbeing of students and delivers professional learning initiatives and resources for schools to strengthen the capability of the profession.

The Road Safety and Drug Education branch develops and delivers specialised prevention education to keep children and young people safe. The programs are designed to contribute to the reduction of road related injury and harm from alcohol and other drug use. Its education strategies and resources are designed to build the capacity of teachers and schools to implement evidence-based school alcohol and other drug and road safety education programs.

The Role

The coordinator will assist with planning, implementation and evaluation of road safety and drug education programs. You will collaborate and liaise with school leaders, government and non-government agencies to support schools to deliver road safety and drug education programs across the state. The position will be located in the Wheatbelt, and part time requests may be considered.

The coordinator will provide access to practical support, professional learning and resources with a focus on road safety and drug education. You will work with members of other teams in Statewide Services on shared priorities and initiatives to deliver integrated services and support to schools across the state.

Professional Benefits

The position is located in the Wheatbelt 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)

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 Kerry O'Hare, Manager, Road Safety and Drug Education on (08) 9402 6414 or by emailing kerry.ohare@education.wa.edu.au

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.
• hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia.
• hold and maintain a current ‘C’ class drivers’ licence.
• undertake travel throughout the state, including overnight stays in metropolitan and nonmetropolitan locations and travelling in small aeroplanes to remote locations, as required.
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.

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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
  1. Demonstrated substantial knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning practices and requirements.
  2. Demonstrated skills and experience in implementing, monitoring and reviewing support programs.
  3. Demonstrated highly developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build partnerships and integrate services both within and beyond the Department.
  4. Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with change and generate innovative solutions related to teaching and learning issues.
  5. Demonstrated highly developed written communication and presentation skills, including experience in the preparation of reports, briefings and other documentation to support and inform senior officers.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.