We are seeking to establish a pool of School Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during Term 4 2024 and the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Floreat Park Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School providing excellence in educational opportunities from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are proud to offer local families a progressive school environment in which students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. While acknowledging our rich history dating back to 1951, we are foremost a contemporary school engaged in best practise teaching methods. Central to our success is the strong participation of our parent community in all aspects of school life.
Our approach to education is built on a set of shared values and beliefs about how children learn best. Professional teaching staff engage in evidence-based, modern teaching practices and consistent curriculum delivery across year groups, while students enjoy learning in a vibrant, engaging environment.
Find out more about our school by visiting floreatparkps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Floreat PS is seeking innovative and collaborative School Officers to join their administration team.
As a School Officer you will work closely with the Manager Corporate Services and leadership team to manage the day to day financial and physical resources in line with the business needs of the school. Strong financial acumen, familiarity with Department policies, processes, procedures, and online platforms along with an ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively, is essential.
What is best for our students is at the forefront of all we do. The office team continually look to create systems and processes that allow teachers to focus on teaching and learning, as well as displaying a ‘can do’ approach to solving problems. School Officer input is fostered and highly valued in this space.
The Floreat community is very invested in their children’s education. School Officers require excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to quickly build and maintain a friendly, open, and welcoming school office environment with students, staff, caregivers, and the wider community. We value our office team being active and involved members of staff and community.
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 Jane Rowlands, Principal on (08) 9205 5600 or Jane.Rowlands@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.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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 three (3) 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/SS923950
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 23 October 2024
