Overview
Join to apply for the
Principal Consultant - Secondary - Mathematics
role at
Department of Education, Western Australia
.
This is a fixed term, full-time position commencing January 2026 up until January 2027 with possible extension.
The School Curriculum and Standards Division provides administrative and secretariat services for, and implements the decisions of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority). The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.
The School Curriculum and Standards Division is seeking a qualified, highly motivated and committed Principal Consultant - Secondary, Curriculum and Assessment specialist with skills, experience and knowledge across Year 7 to 12 Mathematics. In particular, candidates having experience and knowledge in The Mathematics Year 7 - 10 curriculum, will be highly considered.
Role and Responsibilities
The Role
As the Principal Consultant, you will organise, facilitate and coordinate information sessions for staff from schools, regions, professional associations and school systems/sector and conduct teacher seminars, as required. It will be your responsibility to facilitate consultation and collaborative processes between the systems, sector, schools and other stakeholder organisations to share ideas and devise common curriculum and assessment approaches.
Facilitate information sessions and teacher seminars for staff, regions, professional associations and school systems/sector.
Coordinate consultation and collaborative processes to share ideas and devise common curriculum and assessment approaches across systems and stakeholders.
Professional Advantages
We are conveniently located in Cannington
and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
12% employer contributed superannuation.
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).
Easy access to public transport with the Cannington train station just a 5-minute walk away.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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
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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia.
Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
Demonstrated high-level knowledge of curriculum and assessment in the context of the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline, the WACE, ATAR course examinations, performance monitoring and review.
Demonstrated high-order conceptual and analytical skills.
Demonstrated substantial project and program management skills, including the ability to implement processes to facilitate monitoring, reporting and successful delivery and objectives in a timely manner.
Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including experience in undertaking consultation, stakeholder engagement, collaboration and negotiation.
Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Important Dates
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: DOE992415
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 15 October 2025
Location and Function
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Education and Training
Industries: Education Administration Programs
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📌 Principal Consultant - Secondary - Mathematics
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Perth