Program Coordinator - Student Services

Department of Education; City Of Gosnells; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Education invites applications for the Wellbeing Program Coordinator to lead and empower staff within a complex educational setting. You will collaborate with Wellbeing personnel and the Executive Team to develop, implement and evaluate evidence-informed wellbeing programs aligned with the College’s priorities, including MTSS and trauma-informed practices.

You will provide operational leadership to Heads of Year and SSOs, coordinate interventions for students at educational

Qualifications

• Be Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa 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; consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and empower staff to develop a high-performing wellbeing program.
• Oversee MTSS framework with trauma-informed practice, positive behaviour support and cultural responsiveness.
• Coordinate targeted interventions and case management for students at risk, including attendance, complex behaviours, mental health and disabilities.

Job description

Role

The successful applicant will ideally possess the vision, professional knowledge, leadership experience and personal attributes required to effectively lead, manage and empower staff. They would display the capacity to develop and sustain a high-performing team underpinned by relational trust, responsibility and a commitment to professional growth in a complex educational environment. The Wellbeing Program Coordinator is a leadership role ideally requiring a proactive, responsive and hands-on approach to student wellbeing and engagement. The successful applicant would work collaboratively with Wellbeing personnel and the Executive Team to lead, develop, implement and evaluate evidence-informed programs, processes and initiatives aligned with the College’s values and strategic priorities. The role may include oversight of wellbeing processes and supports for students in Years8 and9, alongside responsibility for the ongoing refinement and implementation of whole‑school priorities within the Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, particularly trauma‑informed practice, positive behaviour support and cultural responsiveness. Comprehensive knowledge of Department of Education student services policies and procedures, highly developed emotional intelligence, and strong organisational and time management capabilities will be highly regarded. The Wellbeing Program Coordinator would provide operational leadership to Heads of Year and Student Support Officers (SSOs) in coordinating targeted interventions and case management for students at educational risk (SAER), including those experiencing attendance concerns, complex behaviours, mental health and social-emotional needs, and diagnosed or imputed disabilities. In collaboration with the Year7 and Years10-12 Program Coordinators, the successful applicant should contribute to the strategic and operational planning of the Wellbeing Centre, ensuring the management of resources to support high-impact, responsive practice within a complex school environment. Responsibilities may also include working alongside the Manager Corporate Services (MCS) to lead performance development processes for allied professionals, overseeing the delivery of services by external stakeholders in accordance with Local Area Agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and providing professional guidance to teachers and curriculum leaders. Through collaborative planning, targeted intervention and coordinated student case management within the MTSS framework, the successful applicant would support inclusive educational practices and student engagement. As an integral member of the Wellbeing Team, the successful applicant should model effective leadership practices, foster a positive and collaborative team culture, and inspire others to achieve improved outcomes for students. The role is an extremely rewarding one that integrates into an experienced and effective team that focusses on improving student outcomes and building belonging across the College.

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 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).

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

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on [phone] for assistance.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday,19 November 2026