We are seeking to establish a pool of Pathways and Transition Support Officers 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 4, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Newton Moore Education Support Centre (ESC) is an Independent Public School nestled in the thriving and idyllic coastal City of Bunbury, WA. The Centre is specifically designed to meet the needs of Years 7 to 12 students with intellectual disabilities or autism with high needs. We offer a caring, respectful, small school environment where all students participate and actively engage in all facets of school life. We plan with the child at the centre, with families and young people, through IEP’s and Person Centred Plans. We differentiate our learning through tiered responses and collaborative planning. Our learning is delivered through strong relationships and structured routines with explicit, taught expectations. We create safe learning spaces with tiered supports and trained staff to build student academic, social and pastoral needs. Our school offers far more than ‘just another job’. We offer a busy and vibrant workplace where really good people work hard together; regular and well-structured team meetings to keep you ‘in the loop’ and give you a voice; ongoing opportunities for you to present and implement approved ideas that improve your work practices and an environment that is centred on providing quality education to our students. Our culture is one of reflection, collaboration, trust and positive relationships. We are always seeking to learn and provide feedback in all we do.



Find out more about our school by visiting newtonmooreesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online . The Role Suitable applicants will play a key role in supporting families and young people with disability to make successful transitions from school to employment, further training and meaningful participation in the community. Working collaboratively with families, students, school staff, feeder schools, employers, Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and community agencies, you will help identify students’ aspirations, strengths and interests and assist in the development and implementation of individual post-school pathway plans. Suitable applicants will ideally have experience in working with families and an understanding of transition planning, employment pathways and community engagement opportunities. You should be skilled in establishing and maintaining effective partnerships and networks that support positive outcomes for students and ensure they are connected to appropriate services, training providers and employment opportunities. Suitable applicants should possess highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with students, families, staff and external agencies. In this role, you will assist in coordinating student transition programs, support assessments and pathway planning processes, maintain accurate case notes and reports,



facilitate student engagement activities, and provide advice and support to staff on strategies that enhance student outcomes. You will also contribute to whole-school initiatives and assist the leadership team with crisis management and response activities when required.

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 Johanna van der Plas, Principal - Newton Moore Education Support Centre on or by emailing During the school holidays, please contact Jo van der Plas on . 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 for more details.

- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- 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.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

ApplicationOctober 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 16 October 2026

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📌 Pathways and Transition Support Officer (Bunbury)
🏢 Department Of Education
📍 Bunbury