Applicants from the previous process SS/SS919407 who were assessed as suitable are not required to reapply.
We are seeking to establish a pool of School Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2026 Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
School of Isolated and Distance Education
The School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) is a cutting-edge online school that provides a high level of education to children who need additional flexibility. We play a critical role within the Western Australian education system, supporting system needs and priorities. As a school officer with SIDE, you will have the opportunity to assist the teaching staff to reach out and make a difference to students throughout Western Australia, delivering high-quality online and blended education programs to suit the varying contexts and needs of our students.
As a recognised leader in blended education in Australia, SIDE models exemplary practice in a range of platforms. Our practice is both contemporary and constantly evolving, making SIDE an exciting and dynamic place to work.
Join our innovative school community and be a part of shaping the future of education!
SIDE has a main campus in Leederville and teaching facilities at Canning College, Clarkson Community High School, Northlake Senior Campus and Eaton Community College. By negotiation, you may be based across any of these or future venues.
Find out more about our school by visiting side.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The School Officer should provide key liaison and helps support co-ordination and delivery of administrative and customer focused support services within our school. The School Officer assists with student enrolment and data, travel bookings for staff and assists the student services team. You may also be required to co-ordinate and help plan workload management for yourself and other team members.
Suitable applicants will ideally have the skills and ability to support administration and management of financial and human resources within the school. You should focus on teamwork, self-motivation and model effective customer and administrative support. High level of interpersonal skills, oral and written communication and computer skills including experience with Microsoft Word and Excel would be highly desirable.
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 Laura M McCart, MBO, School of Isolated and Distance Education on (08) 9311 1400 or laura.mccart@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Laura McCart on 0428 711 807
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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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: SS/SS978162
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 25 July 2025
