Program Coordinator - Inclusive Education

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Founded in 1955, Mount Lawley Senior High School (SHS) is located 5 kilometres from the Perth CBD. It comprises three sub-schools; Years 7 and 8, Years 9 and 10 and Years 11 and 12. It hosts a Gifted and Talented Languages program, a Specialist Visual and Performing Arts program, a Music program and the innovative Aboriginal Excellence Program. The school offers a breadth of curriculum choices and has a rich history of student success and achievement.

A major strength of the school is its strong links and partnerships with parents and the broader community. All staff at Mount Lawley SHS are committed to the provision of learning programs that cater for all post-school destinations including university, State Training Providers and employment.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.lawley.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Mount Lawley SHS is seeking a dedicated and innovative individual to join their Leadership Team in the role of Program Coordinator - Inclusive Education.

The successful applicant would promote and support inclusive practices within Mount Lawley SHS and will help create an environment where all students are able to reach their potential. A key component of this role is to lead special educational needs staff and develop processes to enable staff to provide exemplary service and support to students with disabilities and special educational needs.

This is a strategic position that requires the successful applicant to ideally possess the ability to critically reflect upon, review and refine school practices; and to work with the Executive team to focus on improving pedagogy and engagement.

As the successful applicant, you will ideally be able to facilitate professional knowledge, interagency links and parent participation adhering to NCCD processes to enhance positive educational outcomes for students with learning disabilities and difficulties.

As the successful applicant you would ideally have highly effective communication skills, and depth of understanding for assessment practices to support staff and ensure there is a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students, focusing on the development of students.

You will ideally embrace a personal commitment to the values of the school: excellence, respect, perseverance and learning. Additionally, you should embrace the school’s Pedagogical Framework (attached) and the associated program of improving teaching, including peer observation. They should work collaboratively with their peers and within their various teams as part of a professional learning community.

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 Julie Simon, Associate Principal on (08) 9265 1501 or Julie.Simon@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holidays, please contact Julie Simon on 0417 090 108 or Julie.Simon@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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
  • High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
  • Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources.

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/SA1057148

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 Thursday, 23 July 2026