This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2024
Oberthur Primary School (PS) (est. 1979) is situated in the sought after suburb of Bull Creek. We are a local intake school with a deservedly strong academic reputation in the area that caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The demographic structure of our families has a strong international flavour. A high percentage of our students were either born overseas or have parents who were born overseas.
We pride ourselves on the warm welcoming culture that exists within the school.
Find out more about our school by visiting School Online
The Role
As a School Officer you will be the first point of contact for our school and ideally will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate experience in the application of customer service principles and practices. You will be responsible for completing a variety of administrative duties including greeting all visitors, answering the telephone, preparing correspondence and publications, responding to routine enquiries and requests for information and collecting documentation for new enrolments.
The ideal applicant will ideally have a friendly, positive, and caring attitude with a growth mindset to work within a fast-paced team environment. You will ideally be efficient, enthusiastic and an independent team member who is compassionate and empathetic. You should possess the qualities to promote excellence within our school and to interact with parents and the wider community.
This role will include front office duties and the applicant will be responsible for supporting the Manager Corporate Services with administration and financial duties, whilst maintaining confidentiality of sensitive material. You will provide assistance to other members of the school administration team. Demonstrated knowledge of Integris, RM Finance, RM billing is highly desirable.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Patricia Morales, Manager Corporate Services on 9237 6700 or Patricia.Morales@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A five (5) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Demonstrated experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns.
- Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
- Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS915184
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday 9, September 2024
