This is a three (3) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2023 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Piara Waters Primary School (PS) is seeking an organised and dedicated Business Support Officer to join their team.
The Business Support Officer requires sound interpersonal skills, flexibility and professionalism. You will assist the Manager Corporate Services with a range of business operations and work collaboratively with the Corporate Services Team, including School Officers, Cleaners, Gardeners, Library and Information and Communications Technology (ICT) officers. The successful applicant will provide operational and strategic support, ensuring resource use and business processes enable enhanced student learning.
Ideally you will have experience in schools’ facility management, financial management and human resource practices, to achieve the outcomes required of the role. The successful applicant should also be able to effectively prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and work well under pressure with high level of accuracy and attention to detail. This position requires a flexible team player with sound communication skills.
In this role you will use several Microsoft and web-based software packages. Advanced knowledge of Schools Information System (SiS), RM Finance, RM Billing and Human Resource Management System (HRMIS) is desirable.
At Piara Waters PS we are focused on ensuring a high-quality education for all of our Kindergarten to Year 6 students. As an Independent Public School, we utilise the flexibilities afforded to us, to ensure the highest possible outcomes for students. Every decision is focused on every classroom, and every student, every day. You will enjoy working with us, as much as we will with you!
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):
- Considerable experience providing input and effective support to the development, management, implementation and monitoring of business operations, systems and plans.
- Well developed financial management skills, including data analysis, interpretation and reporting, and the ability to provide recommendations.
- Sound human resource management knowledge and skills, including the ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
- Sound verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Sound conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to identify appropriate solutions.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (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 Piara Waters Primary School can be found by visiting www.piarawatersps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Alison Ramm, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9397 4300 or emailing Alison.Ramm@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 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 four (4) 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 Monday, 3 April 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
