We are seeking to establish a pool of Workplace Learning and Vocational Education and Training (VET) Support Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
With an Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA) of 1002, we have around 56% Language background other than English (LBOTE) and over 60 different nationalities represented at the school. The school’s diversity and respect for difference is a feature, enabling our students to become positive, resilient, and confident about their futures. An Intensive English Centre supports the development of language skills for students new to Australia.
The school learning environment is extremely positive with a strong focus on student wellbeing and the development of social emotional learning through the Homeroom program and a strong Good Standing Policy. Approved Specialist Programs in Soccer and Environment & Life Sciences (EaLS) supports a wide range of General, VET and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathways. With over 50 years of history, Lynwood is complex, diverse, and much loved by the school community and staff. The passion and commitment of students, staff and community members working together in a spirit of absolute positivity about what our students can achieve, is a significant hallmark of this wonderful school.
Lynwood SHS offers a comprehensive curriculum complemented by a range of specialist programs, including a well-established VET Program. The school’s dedicated Futures Centre, led by the VET Coordinator and Career Practitioner, provides students with personalised career guidance, pathway planning, workplace learning opportunities, and connections to further education, training, and employment. Through these services, students are supported to make informed decisions about their future and successfully transition beyond school.
Find out more about our school by visiting lynwood.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking enthusiastic, organised, and proactive Workplace Learning and VET Support Officers to join our Futures Centre team.
In this rewarding role, you will coordinate and maintain the school’s Workplace Learning program, supporting senior school students to engage in meaningful workplace experiences through both single-day and block placements. Working closely with the VET Coordinator and Career Practitioner, you will play a key role in helping students develop valuable industry skills and pathways to further education, training, and employment.
Key responsibilities may include coordinating workplace learning placements, maintaining accurate student and employer records, monitoring participation and attendance, and managing workplace learning documentation, including logbooks and skills journals. You will analyse enrolment and completion data, prepare reports, and support the ongoing administration of VET and workplace learning programs.
A significant aspect of the role involves building and maintaining strong partnerships with employers and industry representatives. You may conduct workplace visits, undertake site compliance checks, liaise with students and parents/carers, and assist with the selection, induction, and support of students, workplace supervisors, and assessors. You should also contribute to the continuous improvement of workplace learning opportunities by fostering industry networks and identifying new placement opportunities that enhance student outcomes.
In addition, suitable applicants will provide administrative and operational support to the VET Coordinator and contribute to a range of Futures Centre initiatives, including career development activities, industry engagement opportunities, and whole-school events such as Careers Week. This may involve assisting with event planning and coordination, liaising with external providers and employers, and supporting activities that promote career exploration and post-school pathways for students.
Suitable applicants will ideally have experience using a range of school information and database management systems, including Reporting to Parents. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is important, as the role requires the maintenance of comprehensive student, employer, and program records. The ability to effectively manage data, ensure records remain current and compliant, and maintain the integrity of information across multiple systems will be important to success in this position.
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 Robyn Cleaver, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9354 0600 or emailing [email protected].
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.
- 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.
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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two to three (2-3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of workplace learning outcomes and contexts with the ability to induct employers, staff and students on workplace learning procedures.
- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, evaluating and reporting on suitable programs for students in acquiring work skills and/or accessing recreational activities.
- 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 initiative and sound organisational skills, including the ability to plan and coordinate activities.
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/SS1037262
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 29 June 2026
