This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 1, **** with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Greenwood College's (GC) positive teaching and learning culture is built around mutually agreed Vison, Mission, Ethos and Value statements contextually linked to the needs of our school community.
GC is committed to creating the conditions for the achievement of personal excellence so that every student is equipped to embrace opportunity and navigate challenge.
By actively promoting equity, excellence and relevance in the education of every student, inspiring mutual respect, trust and recognition of individual worth, GC creates a diverse school community, united in our ambition to learn, grow and change.
The Role
The Learning Support Coordinator will have a hands-on role leading teachers to develop and implement student centered curriculum and assessment adjustments to allow students with both diagnosed and imputed disabilities to achieve success within the College's mainstream context.
A high level of interpersonal skills and drive, with the ability to establish and maintain networks, both internally and externally, will be highly regarded.
The successful applicant should have the ability to foster positive relationships with key stakeholders and provide timely support to students, staff, and families using a student centered case management model.
This role will require organizational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively, prioritize, keep accurate records, and the ability to analyze data to inform planning and practice that improves outcomes for students.
The successful applicant for this position should display knowledge and skills in some or all of the areas below:
Contemporary, evidence-based practices related to ASD, ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders, and other learning disabilities and difficulties.
Leading the school-wide Individual Education Plan (IEP) process, including development, implementation, and review of IEPs, and monitoring through structured case management meetings each semester.
Supporting the improvement of literacy and numeracy outcomes of students with learning support needs through suitable intervention and differentiation strategies within the classroom.
Coordinating case management for students with identified learning needs, ensuring external specialist recommendations and assessments are effectively integrated into school-based planning and support.
Liaising and collaborating with external agencies (e.g. School of Special Educational Needs, allied health professionals, NDIS providers) to ensure coordinated, holistic support for students.
Managing and monitoring Disability Resourcing applications and renewals, including maintenance of funding documentation, timelines, and resourcing checklists in line with Departmental requirements.
Overseeing compliance and data accuracy for NCCD, SCSA Disability Adjustments, and Special Examination Provisions (e.g. NAPLAN, OLNA, WACE), ensuring appropriate evidence and adjustments are in place.
Maintaining and updating a whole-school database of student diagnoses, adjustments, and plans to support effective communication and continuity of support across the College.
Leading transition planning for students with complex learning needs, including primary-to-secondary and post-school pathways, through collaboration with families, agencies, and internal coordinators.
Supporting and coaching teachers and education assistants working with students who require a significant level of differentiated educational delivery.
Applying data analysis to track and monitor student progress and inform intervention planning.
Ensuring compliance with all school and Departmental data recording requirements and processes.
This position may include a small teaching component in alignment with the successful applicants' skill-set and the needs of 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.
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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.
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.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A statement of up to four (4) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.
For tips on writing your best teaching job application and more information about working for the Department of Education, go to the Department's Careers Page or see our applicant resource attached.
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 Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH*******
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, 26 November ****.