Program Coordinator - School Operations - SIDE

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

Benefits offered by this job

Country Teaching Program Allowance

District Allowance

12% employer superannuation

12 weeks vacation leave

Other leave (sick, carers)

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Air-conditioning subsidy

Travel allowances

Job summary

Newman Senior High School, part of the Department of Education WA, invites applications for a permanent full-time Program Coordinator – School Operations and SIDE, commencing Term 1, 2027. The role focuses on establishing strong whole‑school systems, leadership across operations, and supporting distance education pathways.

You will work with the Principal and admin team to ensure high-quality teaching, learning and school operations, overseeing relief staffing, timetabling and examinations while

Qualifications

• Be able to manage competing priorities within a dynamic school environment.
• Hold registration with the Western Australia Teacher Registration Board.
• Obtain a Working With Children Check prior to starting.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a valid Screening Clearance Number.

Responsibilities

• Lead school operations, including relief staffing and timetabling.
• Coordinate allocation, coordination and support of education assistants.
• Oversee key whole-school activities and the school calendar.
• Coordinate examinations and whole-school testing (NAPLAN, OLNA).
• Oversee and support the SIDE program and distance education pathways.
• Monitor student engagement, progress and achievement and report to leadership.

Skills

Highly organised

Solutions-focused

Time management

Education

Teacher Registration WA

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027. Newman Senior High School (SHS) is located at the heart of a vibrant, multicultural and highly connected Pilbara community. Newman offers the benefits of regional living within a welcoming community that is strongly supported by local organisations, industry and community groups. There is always something to be part of, with a wide range of community events, sporting opportunities and social activities throughout the year. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Pilbara offers exceptional opportunities for camping, four-wheel driving and exploring the region, while those who prefer quieter pursuits will also find active arts, crafts and community groups. It is a place where people can quickly build connections, become involved and feel part of the community. At Newman SHS, you will join a committed team that is already achieving positive outcomes for students. Our priority is to sustain this success and continue to improve student achievement, engagement and pathways. The school is well resourced and has strong foundations, including the NEWMANWAY for Quality Teaching, an established pastoral care approach and a strategic focus on Science, Technologies, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) that connects classroom learning with the opportunities, industries and future pathways available within the Pilbara. These are underpinned by our values of Care and Compassion, Respect and Responsibility, which shape both our teaching and the way we work with students. Established partnerships with families, local industry and community organisations provide valuable opportunities that extend student learning and pathways beyond the classroom. Newman SHS is entering an exciting phase of growth, with expanding programs and leadership capacity across the school. As we grow, our focus is on strengthening consistency, further embedding key initiatives and ensuring our structures and systems support staff and students to thrive. Find out more about Newman SHS visiting www.newmanshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

As Program Coordinator – School Operations and School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE), you will work collaboratively with the Principal and administrative team to provide effective educational and organisational leadership across the school. You will establish and maintain consistent whole-school systems that support high-quality teaching, learning and school operations. A key focus of the role will be leading school operations. You will oversee relief staffing and timetabling, as well as manage the allocation, coordination and support of education assistants. You will coordinate key whole-school activities, including professional development days, assemblies, staff meetings, the school calendar and whole-school events. You will also lead the effective coordination and administration of examinations and whole-school testing, including NAPLAN and OLNA. The second key focus of the portfolio will be overseeing and leading the school’s SIDE program. This will include strengthening the school’s partnership with SIDE and providing active supervision, support and mentoring to students undertaking distance education. You will support students to actively engage in their learning and access pathways and opportunities aligned with their individual aspirations. You will also work closely with families, SIDE staff and school-based staff to monitor student engagement, progress and achievement. The successful applicant will ideally be highly organised, solutions-focused and able to manage competing priorities within a dynamic school environment. You will build productive relationships, strengthen staff and student support, and use evidence to continuously improve whole-school systems and practices.

Professional Benefits

• 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
• Air-conditioning subsidy
• Additional travel allowances

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]. 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 Danielle Sherlock, Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail] . During the school holidays, please contact Danielle Sherlock on 0438 957 079.

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

• 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). 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, 16 October 2026.