Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS655891
This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2021
Westminster Primary School (PS) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Library and Administration Support Officer to join their team.
Westminster Junior PS and Westminster PS are amalgamating in 2021. As a Library Administration Support Officer at our school you will take on the role of amalgamating two libraries into one contemporary learning space for all students. The successful applicant will administer library systems which ensure library records are up to date and library resources are maintained and processed so they are accessible and available to students, staff and parents at all times. The Library Administration Support Officer will coordinate library visits, design and create library displays, prepare and monitor the library budget and ensure library materials are available to staff, students and parents. They will assist in training and advice to staff and student on various library equipment and digital technology. Experience using Bookmark would be highly desired for this role.
Other components of this role include assisting with various administration duties. This includes updating information in school information systems, various reporting and asset management. You will also assist with various administrative duties such as telephone support and maintenance of databases.
More than 62% of families are from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. The amalgamated school shares its site with Westminster Education Support Centre and the Child and Parent Centre (CPC). Westminster PS newly developed vision is: Together we learn, grow, achieve.
Our Staff provide a wide variety of interesting and exciting learning programs designed to inspire and engage all children in learning. The use of modern technologies such as iPads, eboards and computers, equip children for a technological future. Well developed and meaningful specialist programs help develop an understanding of the world in which we live.
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 (selection criteria):
- Good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
- Ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Experience in providing administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (selection criteria) 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 Westminster Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online.
For further job related information:
Please contact Andrea White, Principal by telephoning 0448 476 248 or emailing andrea.white@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 three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to three (3) 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:
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- 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
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 30 November 2020.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.