Senior Consultant
Disability and Inclusion · Padbury, WA
This is a permanent full-time position commencing July 2026
The branch supports the Department of Education’s strategic commitment to ensuring every student from Kindergarten to Year 12 has access to high-quality education, underpinned by excellence in teaching and leadership. As part of Statewide Services, it delivers targeted support and services to schools, with a focus on improving outcomes for students and communities with the greatest need, while also contributing to system-wide strategy and policy development.
Professional Capability leads the development of workforce expertise by strengthening teaching and leadership practice across the system. It builds professional capability through the design and delivery of initiatives, resources, and learning opportunities that enable educators and leaders to improve student achievement and respond effectively to evolving educational needs.
The ideal candidate will be someone who understands the supports required for students with disability to participate in the full school experience and achieve success. A key component of the role is supporting schools to understand and navigate the processes through which resources are allocated, including the allocation of resources to schools through the Individual Disability Allocation.
The Role
The successful applicant will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of projects and initiatives to address current and emerging educational needs. Contributes to whole-school improvement by influencing strategies that enhance teaching and learning quality, while supporting the development of system-wide initiatives, resources, and professional learning to build workforce capability.
Provides research and analytical expertise by collecting, interpreting, and applying data to inform policy, programs, and decision-making. Assists in preparing reports, briefings, and documentation, while ensuring alignment of policies, resources, and services to improve student outcomes across the system.
You will collaborate across teams, business units, and with internal and external stakeholders to deliver integrated services and student support initiatives. Engages in culturally responsive and context-specific practices, using effective consultation and negotiation to build strong partnerships and support diverse school communities.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Padbury and our 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 Natalie Walker, Manager, Disability and Inclusion on 9402 6247 or emailing natalie.walker@education.wa.edu.au
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.
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.
- 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.
- 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).
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 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
- Apply on WA Government ↗