Manager - Curriculum And Assessment

The School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority) is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and committed Manager, with expertise in curriculum, assessment and moderation to join the Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy - Team 3.
We encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.
The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.
The Manager – Curriculum and Assessment provides strategic direction in developing policy and procedures for Pre-primary to Year 12 curriculum, assessment, setting of standards, moderation, and grading in all Western Australian schools.
The Manager – Curriculum and Assessment provides strategic leadership for curriculum development, assessment support documents and moderation activities to support the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline (Kindergarten to Year 10) and the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE, Years 11 and 12) for the Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Early Childhood. The Manager - Curriculum and Assessment will lead projects and facilitate collaborative processes between and across school systems/sectors, schools and other stakeholder organisations to share and generate ideas and monitor and review implementation processes.
Cultural Diversity
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Your written application will be assessed against the following Selection Criteria: * Implements and manages strategy

• translates strategy into operational goals and creates a shared sense of purpose within the business unit
• engages others in the strategic direction of the work area, encourages their contribution, and communicates expected outcomes
• considers the ramifications of a wide range of issues, anticipates priorities and develops long term plans for the work area
• understands objective, critical analysis and distils the core issues
• Achieves results

• evaluates ongoing project and program performance and identifies critical success factors
• establishes clear plans and timeframes for project implementation and outlines specific activities
• strives to achieve and encourages others to do the same
• monitors progress and identifies risks that may impact outcome and adjusts plans as required
• Builds productive relationships

• Builds and sustains relationships with a network of key people internally and externally.
• Recognises shared agendas and works toward mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Brings people together and encourages input from key stakeholders.
• Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness

• Acts professionally and impartially at all times and operates within the boundaries of organisational processes and legal and public policy constraints.
• Takes personal responsibility for meeting objectives and progressing work and commits energy and drive to see that goals are achieved.
• Persists and focuses on achieving objectives even in difficult circumstances.
• Communicates and influences effectively

• Confidently presents information in a clear, concise and articulate manner and translates information for others.
• Approaches negotiations with a strong grasp of key issues, having prepared well in advance.
• Anticipates the position of the other party and adapts approach accordingly.
• Encourages the support of relevant stakeholders.

For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the JDF.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
All inquiries are welcomed
Please contact Mandy Hudson, Assistant Executive Director by telephoning (08) 9273 6794 or Mandy.Hudson, Assistant Executive Director by emailing .
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow all instructions. It is recommended you have relevant documents completed and ready to attach with your online application. Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications must be received prior to the closing date and time.
Your application should include:

• A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria listed above, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
• A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, one being your current line manager.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please phone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please phone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
Eligibility and Training Requirements
Employees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
• hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia
• complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter.
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 26 March 2024.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions at, or after, 4:30pm will not be accepted.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our division for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.