Program Coordinator - Learning Support

Department Of Education, Western Australia; City Of Greater Geraldton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Program Allowance of

District Allowance

12% employer contributions to superann

12 weeks vacation leave

Subsidised accommodation where applica

Free relocation

Air-conditioning subsidy

Job summary

Shark Bay School is seeking a vibrant Learning Support Coordinator to lead our Educational Assistant team and collaborate with teachers on student-centred curriculum and assessment adjustments. The role spans the K–12 spectrum and includes a teaching component negotiated with the principal.

The successful candidate will bring strong interpersonal skills, data analysis abilities, and a commitment to inclusive education within a World Heritage–area community.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teachers to develop student-centred curriculum and assessment adjustments.
• Ability to manage line staff and coordinate Educational Assistants.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build networks and support students, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead teachers to develop and implement student-centred curriculum and assessment adjustments for students with diagnosed or imputed disabilities.
• Collaborate with staff to strengthen SEN-focused professional development and ensure inclusive practice across the K–12 spectrum.
• Provide administrative support to the principal and manage time, records and data analysis to inform planning.

Job description

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

At Shark Bay School we have supportive families and dedicated staff committed to ongoing school improvement. We are a Kindergarten to Year 12 school which provides opportunities for leadership and professional development. Our school setting is in a World Heritage Area 900 km from Perth, providing excellent opportunities for real world learning.

Shark Bay is a family-friendly community in an area of outstanding natural beauty, famed for its flora, fauna and recreational opportunities as well as rich in opportunities to take part in scientific and ecological programs.

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The Role

Shark Bay School is searching for a vibrant, innovative, and experienced Learning Support Coordinator with comprehensive knowledge of policies and procedures. The role will include line management of the Educational Assistant staff.

The Learning Support Coordinator will have a hands‑on role, leading teachers to develop and implement student centred curriculum and assessment adjustments, to allow students with both diagnosed and imputed disabilities to achieve success within the school’s mainstream context. The Learning Support Coordinator will work in collaboration with staff to strengthen the professional development of teaching within the Special Educational Needs (SEN) domain.

A high level of interpersonal skills and drive, with the ability to establish and maintain networks, both internally and externally, will be highly regarded. The successful applicant should have the ability to foster positive relationships with key stakeholders and provide timely support to students, staff and families using a student‑centred case management model.

The successful applicant will ideally have exceptional organisational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively, prioritise, keep accurate records and the ability to analyse data to inform planning and practice that improves outcomes for students.

This role will require the Learning Support Coordinator to support children and staff across the K-12 spectrum. The position will include a teaching component that will be negotiated with the principal. The Learning Support Coordinator will also provide as required administrative support to the principal.

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 $8 020 a year
• District Allowance of $6 868 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
• Air‑conditioning subsidy

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For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at or on [phone].

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 Paul Luxton, Principal on [phone] or by emailing .

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.

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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 of Western Australia
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a 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 or in the attached application package.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SA1071165

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 Friday, 27 November 2026