This is a fixed term, full-time position commencing January 2026 up until January 2027The North Metro PEAC program provides supplementary courses for gifted and talented students in Years 5 and 6, as well as the Early Years Extension program for students in Year 1-3. Classes are run at 8 school sites across the North Metropolitan region.The North Metropolitan Regional Education Office (NMERO) supports the Department’s priorities in Western Australia and commits to delivering a full and engaging standard of public education, supportive of students, teachers and parents. The NMER comprises more than 250 public schools across the north metropolitan area from Cottesloe to Lancelin and east to Wooroloo.The RoleWe are seeking a motivated and innovative individual to provide educational leadership to the PEAC team, including all teaching and support staff, in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Education. They will lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan that contains targets related to student achievement, along with the priorities and strategies to achieve them.As the successful applicant, you will lead the teaching and learning program for the region’s gifted and talented students in alignment with the general capabilities in the Western Australian Curriculum. Additionally, you will manage staff performance and development in accordance with the Public Sector Performance Management Standard and Departmental policy.Professional BenefitsOur employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
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).
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 Lou Zeid, Assistant Director of Education, North Metropolitan Education Region on (08) 9285 3600 or .We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( ).Equity and DiversityWe 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 for more details.EligibilityTo 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
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.
obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsApply 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 being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include:
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A three (3) 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.
Demonstrated 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. Gifted and Talented, 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: DOE995011Applicants 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.
