At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and evaluate road safety and drug education programs for schools.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on student engagement and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, professional development, and salary packaging options.
- Other info: Flexible part-time options available; inclusive workplace welcoming diverse applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in student safety and wellbeing across the state.
- Qualifications: Must have teaching qualifications and a current driver's licence.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing in Term 4 2026. We are open to part time applicants at a reduced FTE and encourage all interested applicants to apply.
The Student Engagement and Wellbeing Directorate implements system strategies and priorities to improve the engagement and wellbeing of students and delivers professional learning initiatives and resources for schools to strengthen the capability of the profession. The Road Safety and Drug Education branch develops and delivers specialised prevention education to keep children and young people safe. The programs are designed to contribute to the reduction of road related injury and harm from alcohol and other drug use. Its education strategies and resources are designed to build the capacity of teachers and schools to implement evidence-based school alcohol and other drug and road safety education programs.
The Role
The coordinator will assist with planning, implementation and evaluation of road safety and drug education programs. You will collaborate and liaise with school leaders, government and non-government agencies to support schools to deliver road safety and drug education programs across the state. The position will be located in the Wheatbelt, and part time requests may be considered. The coordinator will provide access to practical support, professional learning and resources with a focus on road safety and drug education. You will work with members of other teams in Statewide Services on shared priorities and initiatives to deliver integrated services and support to schools across the state.
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).
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.
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.
- 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.
- hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia.
- hold and maintain a current ‘C’ class drivers’ licence.
- undertake travel throughout the state, including overnight stays in metropolitan and nonmetropolitan locations and travelling in small aeroplanes to remote locations, as required.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1049123. 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, 27 July 2026.
Coordinator employer: Department of Education, Western Australia
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Contact Details:
Department of Education, Western Australia Recruitment Team