Head of Future Pathways (Head of Future Pathways)

Catholic Education Western Australia Limited; Byford; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvado Catholic College in Byford, WA, seeks a Head of Future Pathways to lead the college-wide pathway planning and career development strategy. You will coordinate programs, align transitions to further education or employment, and collaborate with students, families, staff, and external partners to foster aspiration and lifelong learning.

The role provides strategic leadership for pathway initiatives, working with universities, TAFEs, industry partners, and community organisations to ensure

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education.
• Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School (or progress towards).
• Accreditation for Middle Leaders in a Catholic School (or progress towards).
• Current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA).
• Current Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the College's Future Pathways program.
• Provide accurate, contemporary pathway advice to students and families.
• Support students to achieve successful transitions into further education, training or employment.
• Build productive partnerships with universities, TAFEs, employers, industry groups and community organisations.
• Promote a culture of aspiration, career readiness and informed decision-making across the College.

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education

Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School (or progress towards)

Accreditation for Middle Leaders in a Catholic School (or progress towards)

Current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)

Current Working with Children Check

Job description

Position Details

Our College and Values

Salvado Catholic College is a vibrant, growing Pre-K to Year 12 co-educational Catholic school located in Byford, one of Western Australia's fastest-developing communities. Inspired by our Patron, Bishop Rosendo Salvado—missionary, educator, and advocate for peace,we are committed to nurturing the educational, spiritual, and pastoral needs of every student.

Our College motto, Peace

• Justice
• Compassion, is not just a statement—it's the way we work, learn, and lead together. We invite you to become part of a forward-thinking, supportive, and values-driven team that is shaping the next generation.

Role Outline

The Head of Future Pathways is a middle leadership position responsible for leading and coordinating the College's approach to career development, pathway planning and post-school transitions. The role provides leadership in ensuring students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, experiences and guidance required to make informed decisions about future education, training and employment opportunities.

The Head of Future Pathways works collaboratively with students, families, staff, tertiary institutions, industry partners and community organisations to promote a culture of aspiration, achievement and lifelong learning. The position plays a critical role in supporting students to identify and pursue pathway opportunities that align with their interests, strengths, values and goals.

The Head Of Future Pathways Provides Strategic Leadership For Pathway Planning, Career Development And Transition Programs Across The College And Is Accountable For

• the development, implementation and evaluation of the College's Future Pathways Program;
• the provision of accurate, contemporary and comprehensive pathway advice to students and families;
• supporting students to achieve successful transitions into further education, training or employment;
• building productive partnerships with universities, TAFEs, employers, industry groups and community organisations;
• ensuring compliance with CEWA, SCSA and VET requirements; and
• promoting a culture of aspiration, career readiness and informed decision-making across the College.

Why Join Us?

• Inspire futures and transform lives by guiding students towards meaningful pathways beyond school.
• Lead a high-impact College-wide program that shapes career readiness, aspirations and post-school success.
• Build powerful connections with universities, TAFEs, industry and community partners.
• Join a collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team committed to student growth.
• Be part of a thriving Catholic College where innovation, opportunity and excellence are valued.

Qualifications Required

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education
• Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School (or making progress towards)
• Accreditation for Middle Leaders in a Catholic School (or making progress towards)
• Current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)
• Current Working with Children Check