This is a 38 month fixed term, part-time (0.4 FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2025

Our School

Cassia Primary School (PS) is situated on Kariyarra land in the Pilbara Region. The school fosters a love of learning through our motto of "Inspire, Believe, Achieve" that will see children thrive in a challenging and complex world, and encourage them to harness their individual strengths and address their areas of need.

Cassia PS fosters a love of learning in its students. We have a highly motivated and collaborative staff who support each other and work together to provide the best education possible for our students. Our school has developed an enviable reputation within the local Hedland community for providing a safe, welcoming and nurturing educational environments for all students. Cassia PS is a place where staff are keen to work, where parents want their children to attend and where students want to learn. The school’s motto transpires every moment of school life with a keen sense of community assisted by the School Board and Parents and Citizens Associations.

Our team has a focus on High Performance and High Care with each classroom well-presented and equipped to support student learning. Technology forms part of the learning process with students learning the skills necessary for the 21st Century. Classrooms are equipped with laptops, iPads and interactive technology including robotics and coding to support the learning program with significant focus on English and Mathematics.

Find out more about our school by visiting cassiaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

Location and Community

Port Hedland is a vibrant and exciting place to live and work, located in the heart of Western Australia's Pilbara region. The area is rich in Indigenous culture and history,and offers a diverse range of natural wonders to explore. From the ancient landscapes of the Warlu Way interpretive trail to the spectacular Staircase to the Moon, there is always something new and exciting to discover in Port Hedland.

As a bustling Indian Ocean port, Port Hedland is home to enormous ships and huge trains, and it's also a great base for ocean-based activities such as fishing, crabbing and whale watching (in season). You can easily fly to Port Hedland from Perth in just over two hours or make the journey half of the adventure by flying to Broome or Exmouth. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a change of scenery, Port Hedland offers an abundance of opportunities for adventure and discovery.

For more information about South Hedland visit here .

The Role

The BHP Pilbara Education Partnership (the partnership) is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate early years leader to lead and promote the partnership’s vision to strengthen a community-based approach to ensuring all students start school well-prepared through coordinating and overseeing the partnership’s on school site Early Learning Programs (ELPs).

Attached to Cassia PS, working across Port Hedland, Newman, and surrounding areas, the Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with the BHP Pilbara Education Partnership Coordinator and principals to prepare children to be ready for school through the ELPs.

The ELPs follow the 3a Abecedarian Approach Australia (3a); 3a is a set of evidence-based teaching and learning strategies that have been proven to maximise children’s learning outcomes by enriching and enhancing educator practice. This approach specifically promotes intentional and meaningful adult-child interactions.

Primary schools participating in the Early Learning Programs are:

Baler Primary School Cassia Education Support Centre Cassia Primary School Newman Primary School Onslow School Port Hedland Primary School Port Hedland School of the Air

If you’re passionate about empowering children and their families to prepare for their school journey, access vital services, and benefit from early intervention, the Early Years Strategy Coordinator position could be for you!

Find out more about the BHP Pilbara Education Partnership by visiting: www.bhppilbaraeducationpartnership.wa.edu.au .

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year District allowance of $9 299 a year 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays) More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave Subsidised accommodation where applicable Free relocation Air-conditioning subsidy Additional Travel Concession

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits .

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

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 Amanda Lawrence, BHP Pilbara Education Partnership Program Coordinator on 0427 982 084 or emailing amanda.lawrence@education.wa.edu.au .

During the school holidays, please contact Amanda Lawrence on 0427 982 084.

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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and 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. 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/SA992386

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 Friday, 10 October 2025