Program Coordinator – Inclusion and Engagement

Department of Education; Baldivis; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Leave provisions

Job summary

Ridge View Secondary College in Baldivis, WA, is inviting an experienced educator to head Inclusion and Engagement. The Program Coordinator will lead inclusive practices, translate policies into classroom actions and support students with diverse learning needs.

The role requires collaboration with the Principal, HOLAs, families and external agencies to build staff capability and ensure consistent, evidence-based teaching and engagement across Year 7–12.

Responsibilities

• Lead Inclusion and Engagement and strengthen inclusive practices.
• Oversee case management, individual education planning, and targeted interventions.
• Coordinate support for EALD students and liaise with families and external agencies.
• Contribute to whole-school planning, staff development and transitioning pathways.

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027. Established in 2019, Ridge View Secondary College (SC) is a modern Independent Public School located in the growing suburb of Baldivis, approximately 45 kilometres south of Perth. Catering for students in Years 7–12, our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding Connected Learning Community, where positive relationships, teaching excellence and student wellbeing are central to student success. Guided by our motto, Believe, Aspire, Pride, and our values, I Can Be a Champion, We All Matter and We Are Family, we are committed to ensuring every student and staff member feels valued, supported and connected. We hold high aspirations for our students, encouraging them to achieve their personal best and develop the confidence, resilience and capabilities needed to flourish. We value staff who bring empathy, expertise and flexibility, build strong relationships and demonstrate a commitment to collaboration, evidence-based practice and continuous professional growth. Our College offers contemporary facilities that support diverse and engaging learning opportunities for our growing community of more than 1,050 students. We welcome staff who will contribute positively to our team, share our commitment to continuous improvement and help every learner feel seen, valued and inspired to succeed. Find out more about our school by visiting ridgeviewsc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Ridge View SC is seeking a collaborative and experienced educator to lead Inclusion and Engagement, strengthening inclusive practices and improving outcomes for students with diverse learning needs. Working closely with the Principal, leadership team and staff, the successful applicant will ideally provide educational leadership that builds staff capability and supports evidence-based approaches to teaching, learning and engagement. A strong understanding of policies and procedures relating to students with special education needs, and the ability to translate these into effective classroom practice, will be highly valued.

The Program Coordinator oversees case management, individual education planning, targeted interventions and support for students with diagnosed or imputed special education needs, including students with complex behaviours. The role also coordinates support for students who speak English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD). Working with teachers, Head of Learning Area's (HOLAs), families and external agencies, you will ideally help ensure adjustments are purposeful, consistently implemented and reviewed using evidence of student progress. A key focus will be building the capacity of teachers and the Education Assistant team through collaboration, coaching and targeted professional learning. You will ideally also play a role in coordinating transition support from primary to secondary school and supporting pathway planning for senior students, helping students and families prepare confidently for each stage of learning.

The successful applicant should exhibit strong interpersonal and organisational skills, with the capacity to manage resources, coordinate the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD) and oversee Individual Disability Allocation applications and funding. The Program Coordinator also contributes to whole-school planning and improvement, developing clear systems and processes that support consistent, effective provision for students with special education needs. Leading by example, you should motivate and develop others, build strong partnerships and contribute to a connected and responsive approach that reflects our College values and ensures every student feels known, valued and supported to succeed.

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.

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 Plan2021‑2025 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).

Additional Information

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA1071817. 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 Monday, 16 November 2026. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Melanie Kearney, Deputy Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail].