This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026

Norseman District High School (NDHS) is a Level 5 District High School catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 12 (K-12). Our school has a rich history that stretches back to its inaugural opening in 1896.

The traditional owners, the Ngadju people, have a broad understanding of the land, a passionate culture and are wonderful supporters of the school. Our relatively low student numbers allow our quality and passionate staff opportunities to individualise the curriculum to meet the children’s needs. There is a wonderful balance of staff from beginning teachers to experienced staff who value working collaboratively and and building a positive staff culture.

Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.

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The Role

NDHS is seeking a motivated, organised Program Coordinator - Student Services to join their friendly team. Aspirational school leaders are encouraged to apply.

As the Program Coordinator – Student Services, you will work collaboratively with all members of the school leadership team under direction of the Principal. The Program Coordinator will manage all Students At Educational Risk (SAER), contribute to behaviour management across the school (K-12) and work with the leadership team to develop a whole school Social Emotional Learning program. As part of the role you will also develop practical and strategic responses to matters concerning student social-emotional wellbeing and mental health as well as those concerned with student behaviour, participation, attendance and engagement

You would have a leading role in the case management of our students considered at educational risk and alongside this, be responsible for the development of varying documented plans to support students at education risk as well as those with diagnosed or imputed disabilities. Having understanding and experience in the areas of Educational Support and Learning Support is highly desirable. There is an associated responsibility to establish and manage administrative and operational systems within student support, in order to ensure the effective operation of your portfolio within the school, in accordance with Department policy and guidelines. Highly developed interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with staff, students, parents, external stakeholders, and the community is highly advantageous to this role.

The successful applicant should be motivated by the unique leadership opportunity to help establish new processes and opportunities in a K-12 environment. You will be a vital member of the school’s leadership team and hold an overall area of responsibility throughout the K-12 context. This position will also have a teaching load of up to 0.6 FTE, this teaching load and area of teaching will be determined through the applicants skill-set and area of training,



as well as through consultation and direction from the school Principal. Both Primary and Secondary trained teachers are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant, will ideally have effective leadership qualities and prior experience in building the capacity of others through strategically lead evidence-based practices and through this be able to inspire others, and build and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents and staff.

Professional Perks

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
- District Allowance of $2 734 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7 000 see info below
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Additional Travel Concession
- Free relocation

Teachers and School Administrators employed at Norseman District High School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $7 000 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.

The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal perks.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at ***************@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5***.

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 Simon Duncan, Principal on (08) 9083 90***or emailing ************@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at ***************@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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

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.
- 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).

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 (1) 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; and
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

1. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
2. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
3. Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
4. Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources.

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 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SA1061533

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 Monday, 31 August 2026

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