This is a fixed term, full-time position commencing February 2026 up until April 2027 with possible extension
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Education Officer to provide exceptional educational project support to the WA ClassmAIte project as part of the Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) project. This pivotal role demands a professional with demonstrated teaching expertise and a strong foundational knowledge of curriculum, with a focus on ICT and emerging generative AI technologies.
The Generative AI project is a cross-sectoral pilot that is exploring how AI can be used to reduce workload for teachers when developing lesson plans and classroom materials, through the development of the generative AI platform, WA ClassmAIte.
The Enterprise Governance and Partnerships Division drives high performance at a system level by providing senior leaders with visibility and assurance of system performance and improvement initiatives and confidence in the management of key external partnerships. We do this by:
* developing and maintaining effective partnerships to support strategic alignment and positive relationships both within and external to the Department, including with higher and international education stakeholders
* ensuring strategic responses and projects are delivered within expectations underpinned by quality project and program management methodologies
* improving oversight of high-level strategic priorities and projects through increased visibility and quality assurance
* aligning governance standards to the strategic significance and complexity of initiatives
* supporting evidence-based decision making through effective use of intelligence and data.
The Role
As Education Officer, you will assist with supporting quality teaching across Western Australia through the development and delivery of WA ClassmAIte, a cross-sectoral generative AI platform.
Working as part of a diverse team, you will support the design and development work required to ensure WA ClassmAIte provides support for teachers in all learning areas and teaching contexts across Pre-primary to Year 10. This includes planning and facilitating consultation sessions, meetings, workshops and training programs, liaising with schools, and preparing support materials.
You will be adaptable and forward‑thinking, with a deep knowledge of curriculum and pedagogical practice across learning areas and effective teaching practices, including how schools plan for teaching and learning and the contextual considerations that shape classroom practice.
You will bring well-developed analytical and interpretative skills, with the ability to translate complex curriculum and pedagogical information into clear, practical guidance for teachers and confident in applying AI to support high‑quality teaching and learning outcomes, enhance resource development, and data‑informed decision‑making.
You will have the ability to understand, analyse and interpret curriculum, including the structure and the intent of the ways of teaching to inform the development and delivery of high-quality teaching and learning resources and associated guidance within an AI enabled platform.
You will also contribute to reviewing professional learning and curriculum-aligned resources across learning areas for relevance, currency and alignment with evidence-based practice, ensuring teaching and learning resources remain rigorous, inclusive and future-focused.
Applicants that are proficient/using appropriate Gen AI platforms in line with the work requirements are encouraged to apply.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently lo cated in
East Perth
and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
* 12% employer contributed superannuation.
* 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)
* Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
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 Bhavneet Brar, Principal Education Officer or by emailing .
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (
Building Leadership Impact
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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 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 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
* Up to a four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF, demonstrating the outcomes of an example relevant to the role:
* Demonstrated substantial knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning practices and requirements in relevant area/s of specialist expertise.
* Demonstrated experience in implementing, monitoring and reviewing professional learning and support programs in relevant area/s of specialist expertise.
* Demonstrated highly developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build partnerships and integrate services both within and beyond the Department.
* Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with change and generate innovative solutions related to teaching and learning issues.
* Demonstrated highly developed written communication and presentation skills, including experience in the preparation of reports, briefings and other documentation to support and inform senior officers.
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 for assistance.
Advertised Va cancy Number: DOE1019790
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, 23 January 2026.