Stellenbeschreibung

Position Overview

The Kimberley Education Regional Office is hiring a dedicated Participation Coordinator for a permanent full-time role based in Kununurra, starting October 2026. This position involves extensive travel across the Kimberley region, including overnight stays and small aircraft travel to remote communities, to provide direct support to young people.

Key Responsibilities

The coordinator will manage an assigned caseload within the Kimberley Education Region, delivering individual case management and outreach support primarily for senior secondary students who are disengaged or at risk of disengagement. The role requires assessing youth needs, crafting personalized pathway plans incorporating career and transition development, and facilitating successful education, training, employment, or support service transitions.

Collaboration and Communication

Strong engagement is necessary with students, families, school leaders, external agencies, and industry partners. Maintaining robust networks across youth, employment, education, and training services in the area is essential. The role includes gathering and monitoring participation and progress data, reporting outcomes to encourage continuous improvements.

Professional Attributes

Ideal candidates will exhibit cultural sensitivity, sound judgement, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently.

Employment Benefits

12% employer contribution to superannuation
Comprehensive leave: annual, personal, long service, and parental leave
Opportunities for professional development, study leave, and assistance
Access to salary packaging in line with relevant industrial agreements

Equity and Diversity Commitment

The Department values inclusivity reflecting the community's diversity and encourages applications from indigenous peoples, youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility Requirements

Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or valid visa with work rights for the appointment duration
Consent to Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and possession of a current Screening Clearance Number
Current Working with Children Check
Valid ‘C’ class driver's license
Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight stays and small aircraft flights to remote locations

Application Details

Applicants should submit a CV (up to three pages) and a two-page statement addressing key selection criteria: knowledge of youth education/training services related to at-risk students, ability to build professional networks and negotiate outcomes, and organizational skills including managing competing priorities. Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm AWST on 28 August 2026.

Participation Coordinator