Applicants from the previous process IPS/SS1009801 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.

We are seeking to establish a pool of School Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Wanneroo Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School situated in the North Metropolitan Education District. The school caters to 400 students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and has a long and positive history with its local surrounds, being established in 1899.

At Wanneroo PS the focus is on providing an environment where students are supported to achieve and successes are celebrated.

There is a high level of professionalism amongst Wanneroo PS staff, where all members of the team have high expectations of each other. There is a focus on implementing whole school approaches based on research of best practice, including contemporary teaching, learning and assessment strategies that are relevant for the context of Wanneroo PS.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.wanneroops.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

The School Officer (Level 2) plays an important role in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the school’s administrative and financial functions. Working under the direction of the Manager Corporate Services, you would complete a range of administrative duties and provide accurate advice and support to parents, students, staff and community members. Using your strong communication skills, you will ideally help create a welcoming and professional front office environment while contributing to the daily operations of the school.

Within the parameters set by the school administration team, you should maintain school databases, records and management information systems to ensure they are accurate, secure and up to date. The role may include supporting financial processes, preparing school communications and materials, coordinating maintenance requests and assisting with student enrolment and related documentation.

The ideal applicants will be calm, organised and professional with the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all stakeholders. They will display strong organisational skills, ability to multitask and maintain accuracy under pressure.

Confidentiality, attention to detail, initiative and the ability to problem solve are highly desirable in this position.

Suitable applicants will ideally have experience working in a busy school office, a confident phone manner and a friendly, positive attitude. A good working knowledge of the Student Information System (SIS) and Kaartdijin (Compass) and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are highly regarded.

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 Sarah Franklin, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9306 0500 or Sarah.Franklin@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holidays, please contact Sarah on 0428 965 290 or Sarah.Franklin@education.wa.edu.au

Equity and Diversity

We 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 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To 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; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Demonstrated experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns.
  • Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
  • Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and 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/SS1062574

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 8 October 2026