Advertised Vacancy Number SS/SS449282
Appointment Pool
Do you possess excellent communication skills and are ready to take on new challenges?
Aveley Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2016 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2017. Placements can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2016 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2017.
Suitable applicants will undertake reception duties including greeting visitors, answering the telephone and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information. They will provide general clerical and administrative support including preparing correspondence, newsletters, notices and other materials. Suitable applicants will distribute and collect documents, forms and mails, and collect and receipt monies in accordance with Departmental procedures. Suitable applicants will also operate and maintain office equipment including monitoring and ordering office consumable and arranging catering for school functions.
At Aveley PS, every effort has been made to assemble a strong and diverse team of teachers and support staff to give our school the strength and unique flavour that will distinguish it as the school of choice in the local area. Working with our children, parents, teachers and local community we have established extremely high targets for the delivery of educational programs, behaviour management and development school culture. Our highly skilled teachers provide a positive, fun environment that is safe and supportive and meets the diverse learning needs of all children. Within each class our teachers utilise their skills and the support of the leadership team and colleagues to teach, assess and report on year specific Australian Curriculum outcomes.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- Experience in providing general office administrative support with ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Ability to use computers and range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
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.
Further information about Aveley Primary School can be found by visiting www.aveleyprimaryschool.com or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Olivia Wood, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 6296 5466 or emailing Olivia.Wood2@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 1 September 2016.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.