This is a 4 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Butler College opened in January 2013 as an inclusive public school for secondary students in Perth's northern suburbs. The College values are at the heart of our culture: Knowledge, Integrity and Respect.
Since 2020, our Senior Secondary students have performed exceptionally well in ATAR courses, with our average median ATAR just below 80 and above comparable schools. In recent years, numerous students have won awards from the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA), including Subject Certificates of Excellence, Subject Exhibition, Certificates of Distinction and Certificates of Merit. Our ATAR pathway is complemented by our General and VET pathways. We deliver Hospitality, Engineering, Sports Coaching, Music and Business certificate qualifications onsite and work closely with other providers to ensure our students have access to the full suite of VET Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS) opportunities.
Find out more about our school by visiting Butler College or Schools Online
The Role
The First Aid Officer is the primary contact for the management and administration of First Aid in the college. The successful applicant would contribute to the welfare of students and staff by providing first aid as needed and within their level of training, experience, the Department’s provisions on first aid in the workplace, and the relevant Occupational Safety and Health Legislation.
This role will require the successful applicant to supervise students with self-administration of prescribed medication as documented, as well as coordinate with parents/carers to collect sick or injured students and remain with students until their parent/carer arrives. The successful applicant will utilise their organisational skills to; maintain a record of all injuries and illnesses where first aid has been provided, update and maintain student medical plans as required, ensure appropriate communication chains are followed, and act as a central point for communication and coordination between first aiders.
The College also benefits from the integration of an Education Support component within our College and as such the successful applicant will need to bring a passion for, and expertise in, working with students with a variety of needs and disabilities.
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 Mark Humphries, Associate Principal on (08) 9561 4200 or mark.a.humphries@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 (1) 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) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated relevant knowledge and expertise in First Aid and associated qualifications.
- Demonstrated sound interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels and in emergency situations.
- Demonstrated experience in effective record management, activity recording and ability to use a range of software applications.
- Demonstrated sound organisational skills to develop effective administrative practices with the ability to work independently and to seek support when required and implement recommendations.
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/SS974118
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, 13 June 2025
