Program Coordinator - Student Services

Department of Education, Western Australia; Perth; Presencial; AUD 95.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Southern River College seeks a Wellbeing Program Coordinator for Years 8 and 9. The role leads wellbeing initiatives, coordinates with the Wellbeing Team and Executive, and guides trauma-informed practice within MTSS.

You will support student engagement, manage targeted interventions and work with external stakeholders to deliver high‑impact wellbeing services while aligning with college priorities.

Formación

• Comprehensive knowledge of Department of Education student services policies and procedures.
• Highly developed emotional intelligence and strong organisational skills.
• Proven ability to lead, develop and support staff within a complex school setting.

Responsabilidades

• Provide operational leadership to Wellbeing Team and staff delivering wellbeing initiatives.
• Lead the Wellbeing Centre and oversee MTSS-based interventions for students in Years 8–9.
• Collaborate with Heads of Year, SSOs and MCS to plan, implement and evaluate supports.
• Contribute to strategic planning to improve student engagement and belonging across the College.

Conocimientos

Leadership experience

Emotional intelligence

Time management

Collaboration

Descripción del empleo

Please be advised as of 3:45pm Monday, 19 October 2026, the application requirements have been amended.

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027.

Southern River College (SRC) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly motivated Program Coordinator for Years 8 and 9.

SRC is committed to appointing staff who are engaging and reflective practitioners for our school and community. With a school population of approximately 1200 and a diverse demographic with a strong multicultural influence. We have a strong commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences.

At SRC, we seek to create opportunities for all students progressing through their educational journey. With our Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathway, general education and vocational programs we offer the scope for success for every child. Our Inspire programs in Lower School enables students to follow their passion with our Academic, Netball, Music, Soccer and Volleyball programs. Our Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) enrichment program is achieving noteworthy success with competitions both locally and interstate offering challenging, engaging and innovative technologies.

Our River Way is a pedagogical framework that ensures staff utilise Visible Learning and embed the Department of Education’s Teach for Impact resource. Our culturally responsive approach enables a safe, inclusive and supported learning environment that creates a sense of belonging. The Wellbeing Centre uses a growth mindset to support all students and where student voice is valued and affirmed.

Find out more about our school by visiting Southernrivercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The 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 programmes, 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 Years 8 and 9, 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 Year 7 and Years 10–12 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.

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 Frank Di Filippo, 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).

Applications close

4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday,19 November 2026