This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public-School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. Our school prides itself on the staff's commitment to a system of positive behaviour supports which focus on care, courtesy, respect and responsibility. These values underpin our philosophy at Hedland SHS. All staff strive to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour & performance. We take an approach that is inclusive, explicit and supports all students and staff to achieve success.

The school has worked hard to build a positive reputation for the excellent educational opportunities it offers students, the exceptional support for staff development and professional growth, and for its high standards of achievement.

Find out more about our school by visiting hedlandshs.wa.edu.au or viewing the video below.

The Role

Hedland SHS is currently seeking a highly experienced, dynamic, innovative, and proactive Program Coordinator (PC) – Student Services to join our Senior Leadership team.

The PC works collaboratively with the Deputy Principal Student Support to lead whole school student wellbeing initiatives whilst overseeing the operational management of our Student Support Centre. The successful applicant will ideally lead individual and whole school case management and works collaboratively with the onsite allied support team, external agencies and wider school staff and community to promote the wellbeing of each student. They lead the school in maintaining a positive learning environment where each student’s physical, social, intellectual, and emotional development is fostered,



and our students thrive.

In collaboration with the Deputy Principal and Student Support and Aboriginal Education teams, you will lead the operations of student support within Hedland SHS, reviewing behaviour support processes and lead the implementation of a streamlined framework that is applied effectively and consistently by the whole school. You will work with Student Support Leaders to ensure they are working proactively, promoting a sense of belonging for all students, working restoratively to solve conflict, and engaging students, caregivers and staff in participative decision-making resulting in improved community relationships and whole school regular attendance.

The ideal applicant will support Student Support Leaders to coordinate transition programs, organise activities, rewards and functions. You will provide counsel to students, parent/carers and staff in relation to academic, behavioural, attendance, social and emotional concerns. You will ideally assist your Leaders to develop, implement, and monitor programs (both in-school and extra-curricular) to maximise student participation. Additionally, we are looking for someone who can ensure their team have the expertise to lead the development and implementation of documented plans to support student engagement and behaviour through all school settings.





The Ideal applicant

In addition to the above abilities, the successful applicant will ideally be skilled in the following areas:

- a high level of cultural awareness, and proven ability to engage positively with parents, carers, and the wider community
- exceptional leadership and organisational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively, prioritise, keep accurate records
- the ability to analyse a wide range of data to inform future practice resulting in year-on-year improvement for our students.
- a strong understanding of restorative practices, classroom management strategies and the positive behaviour in school's model
- a broad understanding of a range of learning difficulties and support strategies to maximise learning outcomes for all students
- a commitment to excellence in teaching, willingness to engage in regular self-reflection and professional learning designed to take your career to the next level.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of advantages 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:

- Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
- District Allowance of $9 299 a year
- Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $3 000 see info below
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, includin

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