This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025Yakamia Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School located in the community of Albany.
Our school has built a culture of being a place where children can reach their full potential with staff creating a caring and supportive environment.Find out more about our school by visiting or The RoleWe are seeking a School Officer to join our team and provide exceptional customer service through reception duties, general clerical and administrative support, and maintaining school facilities and resources.
You will be the first point of contact for our school, responsible for providing efficient and friendly service to our students, parents, and visitors.In this role, you will also be responsible for distributing and collecting documents, forms, and mail, as well as collecting and receipting monies in accordance with departmental procedures.
You will assist with maintaining school facilities and equipment, arranging catering for school functions, and making travel arrangements for school staff.The successful applicant will ideally possess the following skills: Effective administration support, can work independently, and within a team.Excellent organisational skills and time management.Friendly and caring approach.
Enthusiastic in engaging with students and families.Pro-active and self-motivated in making decisions and completing tasks.Responds effectively to enquiries.Able to manage conflict situations respectfully, calmly and with consideration.Assist MCS with finance and HR.Meets the needs of the school vision and business plan.
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 Tristan Mackenzie, Deputy Principal on 9892 5500 or emailing Equity and DiversityWe 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 for more details.EligibilityTo 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; andconsent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include: A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated experience in providing general office administrative support with ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
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/SS928398Suitable 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 Monday, 11 November 2024