Division: Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region
Salary: Level 3, $132,143 - $144,601 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Newman Senior High School (SHS) is the Iron Heart of Education in the mining town of Newman in the Pilbara. Our vision and moral purpose is to educate and inspire students to become productive citizens and lifelong learners. The Newman Way values of 'Care and Compassion, Respect and Responsibility' underpin the way in which we work with students, families and the community.
The school motto 'Iron Heart' represents the strength of character, resilience and perseverance we aim to develop. We acknowledge and respect the Nyiyaparli traditional owners of the land on which we learn, and the Martu custodians.
As a Program Coordinator, you will work collaboratively with the Principal and members of the administrative team to provide educational leadership within the school and the community. You will develop and promote the school's vision for academic success and encourage school staff, volunteers, and community members to share ownership of the school's vision and goals.
Using your effective change strategies, you will lead the school community to accept and develop opportunities for improved service in Student Services. You will facilitate workforce effectiveness and provide a role model for self-development to improve professional performance. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of the school plan through participative decision-making, including developing policy and establishing and maintaining systems.
As the Program Coordinator, you will manage programs, specific curriculum areas, and general school administration, including the management of school timetable processes. As the Manager of Operations, you will oversee key operational functions, including timetable creation and maintenance, staffing, standardised testing, and exam scheduling, reporting to parents, staff rosters, and information databases. Your innovative leadership will support access to a range of educational pathways designed to best meet the diverse needs of our student. You will also undertake administrative duties related to the accountable department and liaise extensively with the Principal, Deputy Principals, Heads of Department/Learning Area, and relevant specialist staff.
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:
temporary attraction and Retention Incentive of $8,500 see info below attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10,210 a year district allowance of $9,299 a year 11.5 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 Teachers and School Administrators employed atNewman Senior High School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of$8 500 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.
The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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.
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit. More information about employment eligibility can be found on ourwebsite or in the attached application package.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Your application should include:
A CV of up to two (2)pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A three (3)statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes. Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs). Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time.Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA936014
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 Wednesday, 4 December 2024
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