Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS593789
This is a ten (10) month fixed term, part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2019 with possible extension
Are you an exceptionally organised individual?
Bertram Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual as School Officer to join our friendly administration team.
As a School Officer you would be responsible for completing a range of administrative duties, which require a detailed knowledge of word processing and data software packages. The role of the School Officer includes data entry of student enrolment information, maintaining student attendance records, generating routine reports from the school databases, receipting, typing and general reception duties. Experience in Schools Information Systems will be highly advantageous. Other responsibilities will include meeting and greeting visitors, answering the telephone and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information with a high degree of effectiveness.
We are seeking individuals who can work independently and who show initiative. Suitable applicants should be flexible and ideally we are after applicants who may also work with Student Servicesas well as our main reception area. As our office environment can be busy we are seeking applicants who can remain calm under pressure and communicate in a professional manner at all times.
Suitable applicants will promote the value of learning, excellence, equity and care. You will possess strong organisational skills in delivering and prioritising tasks when under pressure. As a team player you will demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills and be able to demonstrate a very high degree of customer focus when liaising with staff, students, parents and external organisations.
Bertram PS is an Independent Public School catering for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. Located south of Perth in the thriving suburb of Bertram, our school is committed to improving the educational outcomes of our children through positive engagement and a variety of learning opportunities.
With a focus on addressing the needs of each child and a whole school improvement process to support our ongoing staff development, our staff are encouraged to continually challenge themselves whilst implementing school expectations as outlined in our school planning documentation. The range of expertise within the school staff provides a dynamic and evolving educational community.
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 a 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 Bertram Primary School can be found by visiting http://www.bertramps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information
Please contact Catherine Stott, Deputy Principal by telephoning (08) 6174 1000 or emailing Catherine.Stott@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 statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) 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:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
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 Wednesday, 21 August 2019
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.