Principal Consultant, Secondary – Curriculum and Assessment

Department of Education; Canning; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superannution

Flexible working arrangements (WFH/Rem

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging

Access to public transport near Can n 

Job summary

The Department of Education in Western Australia is seeking a Principal Consultant to develop and review curriculum and assessment to support the WA Curriculum and Assessment Outline and the Western Australian Certificates of Education (WACE). The role will monitor delivery, implement moderation, and provide high‑level advice at state and national levels.

The successful applicant will coordinate information sessions, manage contract writers and resources, and ensure government compliance while

Qualifications

• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have work rights for the term of the appointment (from eligibility).

Responsibilities

• Develop and review curriculum and assessment to support the WA Curriculum and Assessment Outline and WACE.
• Monitor and review implementation and delivery of curriculum, courses and standards.
• Provide high‑level curriculum expertise and advice for ATAR examinations and related resources.
• Coordinate information sessions for staff, regions and associations and manage contract writers and resources to meet compliance.

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing February 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency.

The School Curriculum and Standards Division provides administrative and secretariat services for and implements the decisions of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority). The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.

The Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy Directorate is responsible for:

• implementing moderation activities to ensure statewide comparability of standards
• ensuring that equitable and rigorous Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) course examinations are developed and provided for implementation in all Western Australian schools and international schools that deliver the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE)
• ensuring that the ATAR course examinations reflect content of the ATAR courses
• directing and managing development, implementation and review of policies and programs of the Authority associated with Kindergarten to Year 12 curriculum, assessment and moderation
• researching best practice in curriculum, standards and moderation
• planning and developing policies, programs, systems and innovations associated with the work of the Authority
• managing projects across the Authority
• ensuring that the Authority remains responsive to the needs of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority Board and the Minister and leading coordination of associated services and support.

The Role

The successful applicant will develop and review curriculum and assessment to support implementation of the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline (Outline) and WACE. They will monitor and review the implementation and delivery of curriculum, courses and course standards, projects and programs. They will additionally implement moderation activities to ensure state‑wide comparability of standards. This applicant will be expected to provide high‑level curriculum expertise to assist in the production of quality ATAR course examinations and marking keys as well as provide executive support for advisory committees and provide high‑level advice at a State and national level and input into curriculum development and assessment. This successful applicant will organise, facilitate and coordinate information sessions for staff from schools, regions, professional associations and school systems/sector. They will manage contract writers and associated physical resources in a manner that meets government compliance requirements. They will also maintain effective records and course information databases in accordance with the Department’s record keeping policy. They will be expected to communicate, collaborate and negotiate with relevant agencies and stakeholders to establish and maintain common understandings to support the effective delivery of the Outline, the WACE, ATAR course examinations and Authority initiatives. This Principal Consultant position supports curriculum, assessment and standards in Science, with a particular focus on ATAR and General Chemistry courses. Applicants with expertise in senior secondary Earth and Environmental Science and Engineering Studies, together with strong knowledge of the Years 7–10 Science curriculum, will be highly regarded.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part‑time arrangements
• 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)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Cannington train station just a 5‑minute walk away

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [e-mail] during the advertising period.

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( Building Leadership Impact ) .

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.
• 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
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
• More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1065662

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 30 October 2026