Rural & Distance Education Coordinator, PEO

• Temporary full-time appointment for a period of up to 28 April 2030
• Location: Statewide

About the Department of Education

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We’re proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.

We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

About the Regional, Rural, Remote and Unique Settings Directorate

The Regional, Rural, Remote and Unique Settings Directorate (RRRUSD) understands that young people are the future of our rural communities and that education changes lives. We believe that every child in regional, rural and remote NSW deserves an outstanding education with lasting enriching experiences. Schools represent the heart of every community. We want our teaching profession to excel in offering equitable outcomes, high-quality learning opportunities and educational experiences that are surpassed by none, enabling students in regional, rural, remote and unique settings to thrive. We believe that diversity is our strength. We want our students to be well informed, curious, confident and equipped to contribute to our dynamic communities across NSW.

About the position

Managing programs and strategies to improve educational outcomes, engagement and participation of students from rural and isolated schools and distance education provision.

For further information about this position, including the statement of duties, please review the position description.

Please be advised: The department may direct you to undertake classroom teaching and lesson preparation as required.

For current NSW public school based employees or employees who hold right of return to a NSW public school, please confirm in the pre-screening questions that you have discussed this opportunity with your direct supervisor/principal and that they are willing to release you for the required period.

How to apply

To apply you will be required to address the selection criteria in relation to the Statement of Duties for the position in your application. 

• Please attach one document (in Word or PDF format) addressing each selection criteria for the position you are applying for, with a maximum of 300 words per criteria.
• Update your work profile details directly on the iWorkforNSW platform and/or attach a CV/ Resume
• A cover letter is not required

Please be advised that it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online. No paper based, email based, or late applications will be accepted.

For all enquiries please contact: Sally Kubiak via email Sally.Kubiak@det.nsw.edu.au

Closing date: Tuesday 24 November 2026 at 11:59pm.

Please Note:

For permanent teachers in a NSW public school taking up a non-school based temporary appointment, the right of return to their substantive position is for up to 3 years.

If you currently hold a temporary NSBTS role, please refer to Advice for current NSBTS considering applying for other positions during their temporary NSBTS appointment.

Existing internal employees are encouraged to refer to the vacation guide for teachers taking up a temporary Non-School Based Teaching Service position.  

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check. For more information, click here

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

E-list: If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an E-list may be created from which these suitable candidates may be chosen and directly offered employment in other similar roles that may become available in the future.