Workplace Learning Support Officer

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026

Byford Secondary College is an Independent Public School catering for children from Years 7 to 12. Our moral purpose is to work together to provide effective learning experiences where we all grow and students are prepared for a successful life beyond school.

Our motto 'Aspire to Excellence' articulates our commitment to success for each person in our college community. We are a school of choice for the local community and we are dedicated to providing your child with an exceptional Secondary education.

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The Role

The Workplace Learning Support Officer will support students undertaking work placements and conduct workplace visits as required. You will also assist with locating and securing appropriate industry placements with existing and new workplace partners, ensuring they adhere to the Duty of Care for Public School Student policies and procedures.

The successful applicant will ideally have excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills to support students from diverse backgrounds. These skills should also be used to work collaboratively with staff to improve student outcomes. Support to staff will also include maintaining databases, preparing relevant paperwork and correspondence, provision of reports and monitoring student data as required.

In supporting every student to be on a pathway to a successful future, the Structured Workplace Learning Support Officer will work closely with students to ensure that they are meeting the demands of the Workplace Learning program to support Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) achievement. They should form collaborative relationships with the Vocational Education and Training (VET) teachers, employers, students, and parents.

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 Adele Leask, VET Manager on (08) 9526 7700 or emailing .

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.

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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.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

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
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated skills in developing, implementing and evaluating Workplace Learning programs. Demonstrated well developed keyboarding and computer skills, including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and word processing. Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, students, employers and parents. Demonstrated sound organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and identify priorities.

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/SS1020634

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 Tuesday, 2 June 2026