Southwest Education Regional Office are seeking to establish a pool of Clerical Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2025 and up to the end of May 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
There are eight Education Regional Offices staffed by a Director of Education, Coordinators Regional Operations, Coordinator Regional Services, administrative, support and professional staff. These officers are responsible for assisting schools and school networks in their region.
The Role
Clerical Officers provide general administrative support, including undertaking basic research and preparing correspondence, notices and other materials. They undertake reception duties, including greeting visitors, answering the telephone and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information.
Suitable applicants will distribute and collect documents, forms and mail while assisting with travel arrangements, including booking flights and accommodation.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Bunbury and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
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 Megan Pollard, Administration Assistant Education Regional Office on (08) 9791 0316 or by emailing Megan.Pollard@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and 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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following:
- Tell us about a time you managed multiple tasks or competing priorities in a busy office or reception environment. What strategies did you use to stay organised and ensure everything was completed on time?
- Describe a situation where you had to deal with a difficult or upset customer. What steps did you take to handle the situation, and what was the outcome?
- What computer systems or software programs have you used in previous roles? How have you used these to complete administrative tasks or improve efficiency?
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: DOE969523
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 3 June 2025
