Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS604371
This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2020
Do you possess excellent communication skills and are ready to take on new challenges?
Embleton Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a School Officer to join their friendly team.
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate attention to detail, meet deadlines and work well within a team environment. They will also 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.
Demonstrated strong organisational skills and ability to deliver outcomes while working to deadlines in a sometimes challenging and fast paced environment are essential. The successful applicant will have ability and knowledge of using Reporting to Parents and all processes involved with report organisation in its entirety. The successful applicant will have knowledge and experience in Student Attendance Reporting in its entirety. The successful applicant will have ability in using computers and a range of application software packages in particular databases, spreadsheets and word processing. Experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns is also required. 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.
Embleton PS is a school which pursues academic excellence and provides a nurturing environment for all children from Kindergarten to Year Six. We are a relatively small school and this enables us to know our students and families well. We strive to support and develop enthusiastic students who have a love of learning and a strong sense of belonging.
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 Embleton Primary School can be found by visiting www.embletonps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Janet Gordon, Registrar, by telephoning (08) 9271 4019 or emailing janet.gordon@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 one (1) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to two (2) pages 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 AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
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.
- 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 Thursday, 19 December 2019.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.