Introduction
This is a 8 month fixed term, full time position commencing November **** with possible extension and/or permanency Pilbara Education Regional Office is seeking a highly motivated Participation Coordinator for a vacancy based in Karratha. Across the state, Regional Education Offices are responsible for supporting schools in the metropolitan and rural areas by promoting system initiatives, providing support and quality assurance and ensuring consistency in the implementation of policies and procedures to enhance the outcomes of schooling. Regional offices are also required to ensure that each school within their area of responsibility complies with the relevant legislation and policies. Daily travel by car is a large part of the Participation Coordinator role to facilitate in person contact through visits to students' homes, support services, providers, training providers and employers to provide direct support and optimise success of arrangements. This position is based in Karratha and will require extensive travel to other parts of the Pilbara which will include overnight/s stays.
The Role
The successful applicant will manage an assigned caseload within the Pilbara Education Region and provide individualised case management, brokerage, and face-to-face outreach support to compulsory school-aged students, primarily in the senior secondary years, who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging. A key responsibility of the position is to assess the needs of young people and develop high-quality, individualised pathway plans that incorporate career development and transition planning. This work supports at-risk young people to make informed decisions and successfully transition into appropriate education, training, employment,



or support service pathways. Strong communication skills are highly desired, as the role requires effective engagement with students, parents and caregivers, school leadership teams, external agencies, and industry partners. The successful applicant will ideally demonstrate cultural responsiveness, sound judgement, well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work autonomously. In addition, Participation Coordinators develop and maintain strong networks across youth, employment, education, and training services within the region. They are responsible for collecting and maintaining participation data, monitoring student progress, and reporting on client outcomes to support continuous improvement and positive results for young people.
Professional Benefits
12% employer contributed superannuation.
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)
Equity and Diversity
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 ********* for more details.
Eligibility
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 or hold a current Working with Children Check
hold a current C class driver's licence
undertake travel, including overnight stays in non-metropolitan locations, as required
Agency Referrals
Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at ****** during the advertising period.
Contact
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ngaire Whyte – Engagement and Transition Manager on ************ or by emailing ******.
Job Details
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE*******
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, 19 October ****.
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📌 Participation Coordinator (Karratha)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Karratha