This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025.
Yarralinka Primary School (PS) is located in the growing community of Southern River. Through our motto of “Young People, Big Potential” Yarralinka Primary School seeks to provide a diverse range of learning opportunities aimed at developing the whole child. We focus on nurturing students academically, socially, physically and emotionally. Our school is one that fosters a sense of belonging for everyone. We celebrate and welcome members from all cultures and foster a positive and supportive learning environment through high expectations of student learning and behaviour. We work on the understanding that this can only be achieved through collaboration and authentic community partnerships. Everyone at our school - from the principal to the cleaning team takes on the responsibility of building relationships with students and families in a respectful and culturally responsive manner.
Find out more about our school by visiting yarralinkaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will need to work as part of a dedicated team and has the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our school community. As the first point of contact for staff and students in our administration office, you will ideally be organised, friendly and have the ability to prioritise tasks, and liaise with staff and students in the delivery of excellent office support. Experience with Schools Information System (SIS), Enrolments, Faults, RM Billing, Compass, and MS Office are highly desirable. Sound knowledge of records and management information systems knowledge is important to ensure they are accurate and up to date whilst ensuring the confidentiality and security of sensitive material.
The successful applicant will ideally have experience in providing effective customer service, and the ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and desktop publishing. It would be an advantage for the successful applicant to have a willingness to take on new applications and processes.
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 Shiralee Harvey, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9391 4340 or emailing Shiralee.Harvey@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 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/SS973862
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, 11 July 2025
