This is a permanent part-time (0.2 FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2025
Clifton Hills Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School (IPS) located in the Kelmscott foothills. We have a strong commitment to offering innovative and best practice educational programs. We offer a busy and vibrant workplace filled with passionate people who care about what they do. We have an evolving culture of continuous review and improvement. We support opportunities to develop your skills as a valued member of our team in our child focussed learning environment
Find out more about our school by visiting cliftonhillsps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Clifton Hills PS is seeking to employ a motivated, pro-active Network Support Officer.
The role of the Network Support Officer is to provide the effective maintenance of IT infrastructure, resources and networks in the school to maximise both educational and administrative outcomes. The Network Support Officer will work within the Departments Standard Operating Environment (SOE) framework and ensure the integrity of educational and administrative data through the implementation and maintenance of data security strategies.
The successful applicant will provide advice to school administration on new and changing ICT resources and be responsible for the coordination, installation and maintenance of these within the school environment. You will provide advice on technical issues associated with the network and deliver technical support to all users throughout the school.
Clifton Hills PS is looking for an individual who is ideally self-motivated and innovative, with strong organisational skills in delivering and prioritising tasks when under pressure. You will ideally possess good verbal and written communication skills to be able to liaise effectively with other ICT staff, school administration and be able to develop and maintain documentation relevant to the outcomes required.
It is desirable that the successful applicant have experience in Social Semantic Server (SSS) dashboard, Digital asset management (DAM), troubleshooting network problems, software deployment, understanding wireless technologies, maintaining accurate records of resources, liaison with other organisational ICT support personnel, managing data security and working within Apple Manager and Apple configurator.
Support staff at Clifton Hills PS make an important contribution to student progress and achievement through the support of school management, teaching practice and the maintenance of positive relationships with students, parents and the community. Additionally, support staff contribute to outcomes that align with the school vision, business plan and other operational targets by providing assistance to the teaching staff, student services, pastoral care team and school administration.
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 Joss, Principal by telephoning (08) 9234 7800 or emailing Patricia.Joss@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 two (2) to three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated knowledge of network systems and platforms relevant to the operating environment.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to the operational maintenance of Information Technology networks.
- Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to plan and implement data security procedures.
- Demonstrated verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external clients.
- Demonstrated practical experience in developing and implementing user-training procedures.
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/SS954883
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 Friday, 14 March 2025
