Program Coordinator - Student Services Manager

Description:

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025
Mandurah, opened in 2019. It is a new and innovative college which includes an Inclusive Education Hub for students with moderate to severe and profound disabilities.
Coastal Lakes College (CLC) has a strong STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) focus, working in an innovative partnership with its local primary schools. A commitment to the college’s emphasis on pastoral care and co-curricular programs such a Zones of Regulation and You Can Do It! Will be highly regarded, as well as active promotion of the college’s vision, motto and values within the college and the wider community.
At CLC we are a proud, inclusive college that strives to challenge and support every student to develop a ‘growth mindset’ as a learner and a person. A mindset where students are encouraged to imagine the possibilities, believe in themselves, inspire themselves and others with their effort and achieve their personal best. We believe the development of such a mindset provides a strong foundation for a bright and successful future.
Find out more about our school by visiting coastallakescollege.wa.edu.au or School Online
The Role
CLC is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate Program Coordinator – Student Services Manager (Known at Coastal Lakes College as - Manager of Positive Support) overseeing Year 7 to Year 12 to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly effective leader and reflective individual to join our leadership team and work in collaboration with the other Manager of Positive Support to the Positive Support Team.
In collaboration with the Principal and members of the administrative team, the Program Coordinator provides educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision and encouraging school staff, volunteers from the community and others to share ownership of the school’s vision and goals.
The successful applicant should display high-level of interpersonal and organisational skills, be flexible, dynamic and solutions focused. This will ideally ensure they thrive in the demands of a fast-paced and satisfying Positive Support environment.
You will ideally promote positive relationships between students, staff, parents and the local community as you strategically build, develop and lead a Positive Support team to ensure a whole college approach to positive support by all staff. You will ideally effectively negotiate, build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels as we develop our vibrant and innovative college focused on the academic, social and emotional success of all students. A commitment to the college’s emphasis on pastoral care and co-curricular programs such as Zones of Regulation and You Can Do You will ideally display active promotion of the college’s vision, motto and values within the college and the wider community.
The successful applicant should have a high level of understanding of the case management of students (Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3) that includes knowledge of effective intervention, monitoring and reporting strategies. In performing this role, you ideally would possess the ability to provide direction and purpose to staff, build team capacity and cohesion and promote an environment of positive quality learning experiences for all students across the college.
The successful applicant will ideally have knowledge, skills and experience of senior school curriculum, pathways and tracking of student academic progress towards Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) achievement.
In-conjunction with the other Manager of Positive Support, and in collaboration with the Manager of Inclusion and HoLAs, continue to work together and promote a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students, focusing on the development of the whole child. The successful applicant will ideally be passionate about delivering outstanding leadership in the area of student engagement, pastoral care and wellbeing.
The Responsibilities -
Provide strategic leadership of the Positive Support Team and plan, implement and review strategies identified to drive improvement in alignment with the college Business Plan; Promote an inclusive and positive approach philosophy and practice within Coastal Lakes College; Provide leadership and contribute to the line management of support staff within Student Services and across the college; Facilitate professional learning for school staff to ensure that the learning environment in classrooms can be accessed by all students; Assist in the transition of students from primary school to a secondary context at a cohort, group and individual student level; Facilitate interagency links to maximise support for students requiring support or targeted intervention; Reflect on and revise systems, policy and initiatives to support the pastoral care, behavioural and mental health needs of students as the College continues to grow. Have a proactive and strategic approach to leading preventative initiatives college wide that promotes student engagement, wellbeing and supports a positive college culture. Facilitate parent links and parent’s participation to enhance positive educational outcomes for students; and Maintain effective case management and attendance systems across the college;
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits .
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 Bianca Romagnolo, Associate Principal, on (08) 9583 2800 or emailing bianca.romagnolo@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Bianca Romagnolo on 0427 507 770.
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 2021-2025 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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees , preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes. Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs). Demonstrated capacity to manage physical and financial resources.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/TCH965410
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 Thursday, 8 May 2025.