Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS864622
This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2024
Please note as of todays date 5 December 2023 that the correct JDF has been attached, please not this does not affect the selection criteria
Hillarys Primary School (PS) are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Library and Administration Support Officer to join their friendly team!
We are seeking an applicant who will be willing to work Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.
The successful applicant should be responsible for establishing processes, systems & culture for our Library which is due for completion by the end of 2023 and is a new build. The successful applicant will also ideally assist in creating newsletters, a website and resource register. Knowledge of Functional Solutions/Smart Suite (Library Management System) would be beneficial.
The successful applicant will ideally be able to work independently but should also work closely with administration staff while the administration area is getting rebuilt (administration will be in the Library.)
Hillarys PS has a rich history and a strong reputation as a dynamic school which is caring and achievement focussed.
At Hillarys PS every student is important to us. We place students first and foremost in all our planning, operations and decision making. We believe in doing our very best for our students and supporting them in every way we can- making learning exciting, purposeful and rewarding. At Hillarys PS we pride ourselves on maintaining a proactive and solution focussed approach, striving for a sense of belonging, community, connectedness, wellbeing and empowerment.
We pride ourselves on building positive and productive relationships with the school community and working together as a supportive team. Our commitment to partnerships and collaboration creates a vibrant and nurturing culture to support students and teachers, and effective teaching and learning. This promotes a strong sense of trust, school achievement and school pride throughout the school community.
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 (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 Hillarys Primary School can be found by visiting hillarysps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Monique Sperring, Manager Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9306 0550 or emailing Monique.Sperring@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 two (2) 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:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit 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 the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 7 December 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
