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Aboriginality is considered essential for this position under Section 50(d) of the Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act 1984
This is a three (3) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension (4 months)
The Early Childhood Education Branch, within the Department's Statewide Services Division, is responsible for developing and implementing systemic policy and strategic planning in early childhood education for Western Australian public schools.
The Branch has responsibility for implementing state and national early childhood education reforms, including a number of National Partnerships and Agreements, which are delivering significant changes to early childhood education in Western Australia. This includes policy leadership for the early years of schooling and extensive liaison across education sectors and government and non-government agencies.
KindiLink is a culturally inclusive program focused on Aboriginal families, supporting early learning and building strong partnerships between families, schools, and communities.
The Role
As a Project Officer for the KindiLink initiative, you will play a key role in supporting the implementation and growth of this important program across Western Australia. You will coordinate site visits, organise professional learning opportunities, and support annual forums by liaising with Aboriginal Islander Education Officers and other stakeholders. Your ability to research, record, and analyse attendance data will contribute to the development of detailed reports that inform decision-making and drive the initiative's success.
In this role, you will provide executive and administrative support for KindiLink programs, ensuring effective management of finances, correspondence, and resources. You will collaborate with schools and stakeholder agencies to deliver high-quality outcomes, assist with preparing reports and briefings, and provide support for consultative groups, forums, and workshops.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Padbury and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
* 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
* Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
* Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
* Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
* Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
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 Narell Black, Principal Consultant KindiLink (08) 6206 2064 or emailing
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( Building Leadership Impact ).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.
* consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
* obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
* hold or obtain a current valid 'C' class Western Australian driver's licence
Aboriginality is considered essential for this position under Section 50(d) of the Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act 1984
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and 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 being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
* In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.
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: DOE950291
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 06 June 2025
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