Program Coordinator - Vocational Education and Training

Southern River College (SRC) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Program Coordinator - Vocational Education and Training (VET) committed to achieving outstanding educational outcomes for all students in our culturally diverse school at SRC.

SRC seeks to create opportunities for all students progressing through their educational journey. With our Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) pathway, general education and vocational programs we offer the scope for success for every child. Our Inspire programs in Lower School enables students to follow their passion with our Inspire Academic, Netball, Music, Soccer and Volleyball programs. Our science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) enrichment program is achieving noteworthy success with competitions both locally and interstate offering challenging, engaging and innovative technologies.

Our RIVER Way informs our vision and ethos. We use data to inform our practice so we can learn and grow together. High impact teaching strategies support our focus on excellence in teaching and learning. Visible learning enhances our capacity to understand our effectiveness and our progress. We engage our community to create real opportunities for our students. The Wellbeing Centre uses growth mindset to support all our students. Our ‘why’ informs our practice, our actions, and the purpose of our vision as we seek to a shared sense of belonging where everyone is inspired and empowered to reach their full potential.

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

The Role

SRC is seeking someone who preferably has an excellent understanding of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in the secondary school context. Having the capacity to maintain and establish partnerships with Technical and Further Education (TAFE), Registered Training Organisations (RTO’s), business and other organisations to further opportunities for our students should be important.

In collaboration with the Principal and members of the administrative team, the successful applicant will provide educational leadership in the college and the community by developing and promoting the college vision and encouraging college staff to share ownership of them. Specifically, they should focus on vocational training, workplace learning and transition beyond secondary schooling. You would lead the college community to develop opportunities for improved service in VET, in addition to supporting our students to explore their post schooling goals.

As the VET Coordinator you would lead a dedicated team working with the Career’s Practitioner, Workplace Learning Officer and office staff. A key part of the role should be overseeing our Engagement Program. Leadership innovation and seeking possibilities to grow the vocational pathways within the City of Gosnells is an aspiration for this leadership role.

The VET Coordinator should bring with them a passion for student achievement, strong interpersonal skills, innovative thinking and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The successful applicant will ideally be able to provide the panel with detailed examples of working with and developing strong partnerships with students, stakeholders and staff in relation to VET, secondary pathways and post school destinations.

Finally, the successful applicant should place high emphasis on parent partnerships and desires to communicate with parents regularly throughout the year. We are seeking a highly organised person who has good communication skills, are solution focussed and want to contribute to the entire school 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 Frank Di Filippo, Deputy Principal on 93916500 or Frank.diFilippo@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

• 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 two (2) 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
  • 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/SA1004331

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 Tuesday, 11 November 2025