Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS579657
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2019
Australind Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to appoint an experienced, dedicated and professional School Officer to join their Corporate Services team.
The successful applicant should have attention to detail, meet deadlines and work well within a team environment. The successful applicant will model effective and quality customer and administrative support service delivery and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work in collaboration with administration team, school support staff, our school community and teaching staff. The successful applicant would have the skills to competently work independently without supervision or direction in this role with an excellent focus on team work.
The successful applicant will have strong organisational skills and be able to deliver outcomes while working to deadlines in a sometimes challenging and fast paced environment. As the successful applicant you would have the ability in using computers and a range of application software packages in particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing and possess the skills and the ability to support the administration team. Experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns The successful applicant will be dynamic, self-motivated and highly efficient in order to provide high level administrative support and ensure the effective operation of the school office.
Australind Senior High School (SHS) is at the heart and soul of the town of Australind – a vibrant, modern community which enjoys a wonderful, relaxed lifestyle located just 14 minutes from central Bunbury. As an Independent Public School since 2013 ASHS is providing world class secondary schooling options to the south west. As a Registered Training Organisation Australind offers a vast selection of vocational pathways and Nationally Recognised Qualifications delivered on site. The school is steeped in tradition – a tradition where every student matters. Its core beliefs stem from their aim to value the potential of every student and expect them to make significant progress irrespective of their starting point. Australind Senior High School reflects the growing local community. It is in itself a diverse community of smart, interesting, engaging people – both staff and students. schooling experience.
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 school 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.
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 Australind Senior High 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 Maureen Bailey, Manager Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9797 4400 or emailing maureen.bailey@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.
Your application should include:
- A four page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to three pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for three work related referees (one being your current line manager)
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 Tuesday 7 May, 2019
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.