This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing January 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
The Midwest Education Regional Office provides services to schools across the Midwest managed by the Regional Director and the Coordinator Regional Operations. Services are designed to support schools in the region by promoting system initiatives and providing support and quality assurance to enhance the outcomes of schooling in the region.
The Role
The Attendance Officer works with the Education Regional Office staff to develop, implement and review processes and preventative strategies that ensure non-attending and disengaged students participate, and are engaged, in educational programs. They collaborate with school staff, parents, and the community to identify and monitor student absenteeism and truancy. They will have a strong understanding of the importance of working with local Aboriginal community.
If successful, you will maintain student-specific case notes, briefing notes and attendance information and prepare reports for the region on a regular basis. Within this role you will be expected to provide supporting information to, and attendance at, collaborative case conferences and other intervention processes to improve student attendance and engagement.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Geraldton and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- 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 Danielle Wilton Coordinator Regional Operations - Midwest Education Region on (08) 9956 1602 or by emailing danielle.wilton@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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to liaise with stakeholders to achieve improved outcomes for adolescents.
- Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills and experience in providing administrative support.
- Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
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: DOE1004099
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 13 November 2025.
