This is a permanent full-time position commencing February 2027

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 Role The Principal Consultant - Examination Development will provide advice on the ATAR examination and Externally Set Tasks (EST) policy and practices. They will also assist in the strategic planning and formulation of processes for the development of examinations and ESTs.

The successful applicant will manage appointments and briefings of examiners, independent reviewers and final checkers for designated ATAR courses. They will plan, manage and monitor the development and evaluation of designated ATAR course examinations, as required by the Authority, and check the analyses of these examinations to ensure reliability and validity.

In this role you will provide advice to the School Curriculum and Standards Division Executive, committees and working parties on the development of ATAR course examinations and ESTs. Applicants who have expertise in the Humanities and Social Sciences and Science learning areas are encouraged to apply.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Adaptable working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including;, flexible working hours
- 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)

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selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lisa Honczarenko, Manager - Examination Development on (08) 9273 6763 or by emailing [email protected]

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [email protected] during the advertising period.

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

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 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.
- 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.
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached 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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) statement addressing the following selection criteria 1, 2 and 5 as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated substantial knowledge of curriculum and assessment in the context of the WACE, ATAR course examinations and the ESTs.
- Demonstrated highly developed organisational skills with a proven ability to deliver outcomes on schedule in a demanding environment and under tight timeframes.
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work collaboratively to manage a range of complex projects.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. 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 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1065432

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 Monday, 12 October 2026

📌 Principal Consultant - Examination Development (Perth)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Perth