Program Coordinator - Engagement Programs

Department of Education; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Allowance

District Allowance

Superannuation

Vacation Leave

Other Leave

Housing Subsidy

Relocation

Travel Concession

AC Subsidy

Job summary

Hedland SHS, part of the Department of Education, seeks a Program Coordinator – Engagement Programs to lead the Success Program, providing wraparound support for wellbeing and academic achievement. You will work with specialist teachers, staff, and the Deputy Principal to deliver differentiated learning programs and pursue meaningful pathways for students, including micro-credentials and work readiness.

The role emphasises collaboration with carers and the wider community, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development and data-informed planning.
• Strong leadership, organisational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with parents, carers and the wider community.
• Ability to translate assessment data into targeted learning experiences.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engagement Programs within the Success Program, collaborating with teachers and support staff.
• Co-design and implement differentiated learning programs with data-informed planning.
• Support planning for student needs and potential pathways into further training or employment.
• Deliver authentic, relevant learning experiences focusing on literacy, numeracy, SEL and work readiness.

Skills

Curriculum development

Interpersonal leadership

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Teacher Registration WA

Bachelor of Education

Job description

This is a 6-month fixed term, full-time position commencing as soon as possible with possible extension and/or permanency Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public-School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. Our school prides itself on the staff's commitment to a system of positive behaviour supports which focus on care, courtesy, respect, and responsibility. These values underpin our philosophy at Hedland SHS. All staff strive to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour and performance. We have an inclusive and explicit approach that supports all students and staff to achieve success. The school works hard to build a positive reputation to offer excellent educational opportunities to students. Our exceptional support for staff development and professional growth facilitates high standards of achievement while empowering young people from diverse backgrounds to be successful. Find out more about our school by visiting hedlandshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

Hedland SHS is ideally seeking a highly experienced, dynamic, organised and innovative Program Coordinator – Engagement Programs, for our Success Program, which is part of the BHP Pilbara Education Partnership. The Success Program provides students with extensive wraparound support for their wellbeing and academic achievement. The program consists of students with a range of complex needs, requiring targeted and differentiated curriculum, and strategic planning. The Program Coordinator – Engagement Programs will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with specialist teachers, support staff, and the Deputy Principal to ensure authentic, relevant, meaningful and challenging learning programs are delivered with a focus on literacy, numeracy, social emotional learning, work readiness skills, micro-credentials and opportunities for students to explore and pursue pathways into further training or employment. The successful applicant would ideally be a highly effective interpersonal leader with expertise in curriculum development, who works collaboratively with staff, students, carers and community to co-design and implement data-informed and differentiated learning programs, while creating further innovative opportunities to support student engagement, learning and achievement. The successful applicant may have the opportunity to collaborate with support staff in developing documented support planning, and other planning to support individual student needs.

To be suitable for this role, you will ideally need to display the following work-related requirements:

• Strong cultural awareness, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with parents, carers, and the wider community, building productive relationships across diverse educational settings.
• Exceptional leadership, organisational, and time management abilities, including management of staff, resources, and finances while ensuring high educational outcomes.
• Expertise in analysing data and applying professional knowledge to drive high quality curriculum development and increased student achievement.
• Apply restorative practices and behaviour management strategies to foster positive learning environments.

In addition to the above abilities, the successful applicant will ideally be skilled in the following areas:

• high level interpersonal skills to productively support and lead a large team of teachers and allied support staff
• a high level of cultural awareness, and proven ability to engage positively with parents, carers, and the wider community
• exceptional leadership and organisational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively, prioritise, keep accurate records
• the ability to analyse a wide range of data to inform future practice resulting in year-on-year improvement for students
• a strong understanding of restorative practices, classroom management strategies and the positive behaviour in school’s model
• a broad understanding of a range of learning difficulties and support strategies to maximise learning outcomes for all students
• a commitment to excellence in teaching, willingness to engage in regular self-reflection and professional learning designed to take your career to the next level.

This role may also have the opportunity to undertake some teaching loads.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
• District Allowance of $9 299 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation
• Additional travel concession
• Air conditioning subsidy

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits . For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at [e-mail] or on [phone].

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tim Collier, Deputy Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail].

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).

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA1069724 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 Wednesday, 28 October 2026