Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS487179
Appointment Pool
Do you possess excellent communication skills and are ready to take on new challenges?
Carramar Primary School (PS) are seeking to establish a pool of dedicated School Officers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2017 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2017 school year.
Suitable applicants will support the Manager Corporate Services in administering the financial, physical and human resources of the school whilst upholding confidentiality and security of sensitive material. You will provide assistance to other members of the school administration team with maintaining school databases, records and management information systems to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date, along with general word processing tasks.
Suitable applicants will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Carramar PS is an Independent Public School and was established in 2005. It is within the North Metropolitan Region, approximately 28 kilometres north of the Perth CBD.
Carramar PS is a vibrant community school where lasting and collaborative partnerships are being developed. It is an independent public school staffed with enthusiastic and resilient people who ensure that the school’s students are their top priority and focus. Students, teachers, and parents work collaboratively and are well supported by the school's leadership team, the Parents and Citizens Association, and the School Board. Every individual has a shared voice in the life of the school.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- Experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns.
- Ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and 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 Carramar Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information
Please contact Kathy Bullock, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9405 0600 or emailing Kathy.Bullock@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; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- 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 Accountable 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 Friday, 2 June 2017
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.