Program Coordinator - Follow the Dream

Branch: Sevenoaks Senior College

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

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

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Location: Cannington

Closing Date: 2025-10-31 4:30 PM

Attachments:

• applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
• information - applying for advertised positions in schools aug22.pdf
• published jdf - generic - program coordinator, follow the dream (graham (polly) farmer foundation) - admin 3 - sep 2023.pdf

This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026

Sevenoaks Senior College (SC) is committed to developing a unique model of 21st Century Senior Schooling to ensure that every student is well equipped to deal with the opportunities of their post school pathways. Sevenoaks is a standalone senior college being only one of two in the metropolitan area which offer specialised pathways to senior school students in Years 11 and 12. Students enrol with us from over 40 schools and represent over 60 cultures. Our college is managed differently with greater flexibility for students as they map out their future in a supportive and inclusive young adult learning environment. Three enduring features of Sevenoaks are: Find Your Future, the Young Adult Ethos and the Advocacy Program. Our CARE values, Compassion, Accountability. Respect and Excellence support our Young Adult Ethos.

Our students participate in enhanced pathway preparation and planning which incorporate 21st Century skills needed for future success. We offer 17 different specialised pathways. Students participate in a range of learning environments which support the delivery of contemporary and emerging work capabilities to meet the current and future world of work.

Our vision is to support all students to Find Your Future by empowering them to make the most of every opportunity in any learning environment and to participate positively in society. Our young adult ethos prepares students for the world beyond school by gradually increasing their capacity to take on the responsibilities of the adult world.

Find out more about our school by visiting Sevenoaks Senior College or Schools Online

The Role

Sevenoaks SC is seeking a hardworking and motivated leader to join our college’s leadership team in the role of Program Coordinator Follow the Dream.

Delivered in partnership with the Polly Farmer Foundation, the Follow the Dream program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with their aspirations by reaching their potential academically, culturally, personally and socially.

The successful applicant will ideally possess an understanding of the program intent, requirements, and an appreciation of issues regarding Aboriginal education, students and cultural perspectives.

As a finalist in the 2024 WA Education Awards ‘Excellence in Cultural Responsiveness’, Sevenoaks SC is looking for an applicant who will continue to offer strategic leadership across the College, nurturing a positive culture in line with the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework. The responsibilities include coordinating all aspects of the Follow the Dream program and effectively integrating it into the operations of the College.

The role involves identifying students for participation in the program and monitoring and supporting their progress and providing career guidance. This involves working closely with classroom teachers, tutors, parents, families and community agencies to ensure student academic success and general wellbeing.

Additionally, the role involves organising extra-curricular activities and selecting and supporting tutors. Managing the operation of the program includes overseeing financial resources, monitoring its effectiveness and developing improvement strategies in response to relevant data.

The successful applicant should have the ability to work effectively with all key stakeholders including six ‘outreach’ schools, a local steering committee, industry partners, parents and school staff to develop opportunities that continue to enhance student outcomes.

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 professional and personal benefits.

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 Katie Edwards, Vice Principal on (08) 6235 7200 or emailing katie.edwards@education.wa.edu.au

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

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.
• hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• 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.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined 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 (1) 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 statement of up to five (5) pages addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning practices, particularly relating to Aboriginal students and their communities.
  • Demonstrated extensive skills and experience in developing, implementing and evaluating learning programs and strategies at a school, region or system level.
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership that builds capacity, deals effectively with change and generates innovative solutions related to achieving educational outcomes.
  • Demonstrated highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to conduct research, prepare reports and establish effective working relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve planned outcomes.

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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA987555

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 31 October 2025