This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, ****
Rockingham Senior High School (SHS) is a proud Independent Public School, we are committed to building REAL futures by fostering a culture of high expectations, strong relationships and quality teaching. Our focus is to ensure every student feels supported, challenged and inspired to achieve their personal best.
Since opening our doors in ****, Rockingham SHS has provided a high-quality education in a safe, inclusive and culturally responsive setting. With approximately **** students from Years 7 to 12, we take pride in knowing our students as individuals and supporting them to grow academically, socially and emotionally.
Beyond the classroom, we believe education is about developing the whole person. Our programs support leadership, creativity and teamwork, helping students become confident and capable young people. As a proudly multicultural school, we celebrate diversity and create a welcoming environment where every student and family feels they belong.
Our dedicated staff are passionate about teaching and learning, and they work closely with families and the wider community to support each student's journey. Strong partnerships with parents, local businesses and community organisations play a vital role in the success of our school.
Find out more about our school by visiting rockingham.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As a Program Coordinator Pastoral Care, you would use your well-developed interpersonal skills and knowledge to collaborate with the Principal, Associate Principal Welfare and members of the administrative team to provide educational leadership that sustains a positive school culture within the school and the community. You should develop and promote the school's vision for academic success and encourage school staff, volunteers,



and community members to share ownership of the school's vision and goals.
Using your effective change strategies, you should lead the Student Services Team and school community to accept and develop opportunities for improved service. You would facilitate workforce effectiveness and provide a role model for self-development to improve professional performance, behaviour management and positive behaviour supports. Additionally, you will ideally contribute to the development of the school plan through participative decision-making, including developing policy and establishing and maintaining systems and practices that focus on positive school culture.
As Program Coordinator, you should use student data to initiate and manage student services programs, specific social and emotional curriculum, and general school administration, including the management of school resources, policy, and processes. You would also undertake administrative duties related to the accountable department and liaise extensively with the Principal, Associate Principals, Heads of Learning Area, and relevant specialist staff.
Professional Benefits
competitive salaries
flexible working arrangements
training and career development opportunities
attractive leave provisions
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 Donna McDonald, Principal on ************** or by emailing .
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.
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).
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA*******
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, 26 October ****
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📌 Program Coordinator - Pastoral Care (Western Australia)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Western Australia