We are seeking to establish a pool of Program Coordinators for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Durham Road School is the largest Education Support School in Western Australia, catering for approximately 230 students from Kindergarten to Year 12.
Our educational focus is on delivering high quality teaching and learning experiences using evidence based best practice techniques. Our geographical intake area is between the four corners of Bullsbrook, Ellenbrook, Chidlow and Maylands.
Our class sizes are small, with specialist teachers and education assistants across all phases of schooling. We provide a targeted, differentiated curriculum based on the Western Australian Curriculum including Abilities Based Learning, Western Australia (ABLEWA), combined with a rich social environment designed to meet the individual learning needs of each child. Learning goals are collaboratively established for each student based on individual needs and parent priorities, at Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings.
Find out more about our school by visiting durhamroads.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Suitable applicants should be enthusiastic and dedicated to providing educational leadership in the school and community as well as developing and promoting the school vision. This position would lead the school community to accept and develop opportunities for improved service in the relevant area of responsibility. They would facilitate workforce effectiveness and provide a role model for self-development to improve professional performance. This position would also contribute to the development of the school plan through participative decision making. The program coordinator would also establish and manage administrative and operational systems in the relevant area of responsibility to ensure the effective operation of the school.
Suitable applicants should display an understanding of evidence-based practice and specialist education support pedagogy. We are seeking applicants in all phases of schooling, and innovative DOTT provision. Our large teaching staff is diverse and consists of graduate to lead teachers. We are leaders in staff development and provide comprehensive support to build the skills and capacity of staff.
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. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
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.
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 the relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
* obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
* 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.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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