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Program Coordinator Vocational Education and Training Join to apply for the Program Coordinator Vocational Education and Training role at Department of Education, Western Australia. This is a 12 month fixed term, fulltime position commencing Term 1, 2026, with possible extension and/or permanency. Southern River College (SRC) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Program Coordinator Vocational Education and Training (VET) committed to achieving outstanding educational outcomes for all students in our culturally diverse school at SRC. With our Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) pathway, general education and vocational programs we offer the scope for success for every child. Our Inspire programmes in Lower School enable students to follow their passion with Inspire Academic, Netball, Music, Soccer and Volleyball programmes. The STEM enrichment programme is achieving noteworthy success with competitions locally and interstate. Our RIVER Way informs our vision and ethos. We use data to inform our practice and learn and grow together. Highimpact teaching strategies and visible learning enhance our effectiveness. We engage our community to create real opportunities and, through the Wellbeing Centre, support all our students with a growth mindset. The why informs all our practices, our actions and the purpose of our vision, helping us create a sense of belonging where everyone is inspired and empowered. The Role SRC is seeking someone who has an excellent understanding of VET in the secondary school context and the capacity to maintain and establish partnerships with TAFE, RTOs, business and other organisations to provide opportunities for students. In collaboration with the Principal and administrative team, the successful applicant will provide educational leadership by developing and promoting the college vision and encouraging staff ownership. The focus will be on vocational training, workplace learning and transition beyond secondary schooling. You will lead a team including the Career Practitioner, Workplace Learning Officer and office staff, and oversee the Engagement Programme. Leadership innovation and opportunities to grow the vocational pathways within the City of Gosnells are key aspects. The ideal candidate brings passion for student achievement, strong interpersonal skills, innovative thinking and the ability to work fastpaced, and can demonstrate partnerships with students, stakeholders and staff in VET, secondary pathways and postschool destinations. A high emphasis on parent partnership and regularly communicating with parents is required. Highly organised, solution focused and enthusiastic about contributing to the whole school community is essential. Professional Benefits Working for the Department of Education offers competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of Western Australia. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 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. Hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia. Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start. Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Educations Screening Unit before you start. Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) workrelated referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager. Attach your documents Your application should include: A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A threepage statement addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF, demonstrating leadership capacity, interpersonal skills, educational outcomes and resource management. Please submit your application before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support, call the Department of Educations Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 11 November 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr