Ashdale Secondary College (SC) is seeking to establish a pool of School Officers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Ashdale SC is a distinctive, world class, educational community of excellence where all students are motivated to strive to achieve their best and to realise their potential in a values-rich environment. The focus of the college is on student engagement and wellbeing so that they feel valued at all times. The college measures its effectiveness through the achievement and character of our students and the integral part it plays in the community. A partnership founded on strong relationships between students, teachers, parents, and the community are the enduring platform upon which the college is built.
At Ashdale SC there is a clear focus on high standards of student achievement. Our purpose is to ensure that all students at Ashdale SC leave school well prepared for their future and have opportunities to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to achieve their individual potential and play an active part in civic and economic life.
Find out more about our school by visiting ashdalesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As the School Officer, you will be responsible for completing a wide range of administrative duties. Suitable applicants will ideally possess the ability to prioritise tasks and assist others whilst liaising with a range of visitors, students, and staff. It would be highly desirable for applicants to have a good working knowledge of any or all of the following programs - SIS Integris, RM Billing, RM Finance, Assets, Resources, Hardcat, and SEQTA.
It would be valuable to have a detailed knowledge of word processing and data software packages, and be organised, flexible and approachable. The school officer role undertakes a variety of administrative support duties including reception, faults, and assists with student related activities such as excursions, enrolments, billing, timetabling and student attendance records.
Specific experience and expertise in one or more of the following areas would be highly valued:
- Reception
- Excursions
- Faults management
- Enrolments
- Student Services – Attendance/Pastoral care
- Billing
- Timetabling
- Vocational Education Training/Workplace Learning
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 Josephine Pecnik, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6207 1300 or Josephine.Pecnik@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 three (3) 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/SS927759
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 18 November 2024
