Please note as of Wednesday the 12th of October 2022, at 3:00pm, the closing date for this advert was amended.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS777398
This is a two (2) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2022 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Palmyra Primary School (PS) are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic School Officer to join their friendly team.
The successful applicant will work as part of a dedicated team and have the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our school community. As the first point of contact for staff and students in front office you should be organised, friendly and have the ability to prioritise tasks, assist and liaise with staff and students in the delivery of excellent office support. Experience with Schools Information System (SIS) Administration, RM Billing and Finance, Enrolments, Faults and MS Office and producing mail merge documents is highly desirable. Your willingness and ability to move within a range of roles in the Administration would be expected.
Palmyra PS is located between Melville and East Fremantle in the South Metropolitan Education Region and is part of the Riverside Network of schools. Our school provides for the educational needs of over 500 students from Kindergarten to Year 6.
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):
- 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 (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 Palmyra Primary School can be found by visiting palmyraps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .
For further job related information:
Please contact Ray Denholm, Principal, by telephoning 0434 563 890 or emailing Raymond.Denholm@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Andrea Wright on 0418947412.
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 (4) 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 who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably 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;
- Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course; and
- 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 Friday, 21 October 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS
ARE NOT ACCEPTED.