This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
Perth Modern School, a proud public school, is Western Australia's only fully selective school for academically gifted students in Years 7 to 12. The school honours rich traditions, empowers those present and shapes the future for gifted and talented learners and leaders.
Staff emphasise the importance of connection and relationships in the process of listening, thinking and learning together. We partner with students, families, carers, and alumni, to successfully navigate change and improve student outcomes; a community where everyone belongs. In the early years, this means ensuring every student is known and understood, their needs and unique potential nurtured. As students progress, they are supported as self-motivated learners and leaders who are; courageous, curious, compassionate, committed and collaborative, encouraged to pursue their dreams, and resourced to achieve both academic excellence and positive wellbeing.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.perthmodern.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Perth Modern School is seeking an experienced and professional Human Resources (HR) Officer to provide high-level support to the Principal and Executive Team in the delivery of human resource activities and operations across the school. The ideal applicant would be an individual with excellent organisational skills, sound judgement, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic and confidential environment.
The Human Resources Officer plays a key role in ensuring that all HR functions operate efficiently and in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, and legislative requirements. The position is responsible for managing recruitment and selection processes through the Recruitment Applicant Management System (RAMS), administering the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) for leave, payment, and electronic advice processing, and supporting workforce planning, induction, relief staffing, and performance management processes. The role also involves providing accurate and timely human resource advice and information to staff and contributing to the continuous improvement of HR systems and practices across the school.
The successful applicant will ideally display a strong understanding of workforce planning and contemporary human resource management practices within a public sector framework. They will ideally possess the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organisation, supported by well-developed communication and interpersonal skills. A solutions-focused and analytical approach to problem-solving is highly important, together with the capacity to plan, prioritise, and manage competing demands while maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity at all times. Proficiency in the use of information technology, including HR and administrative software systems, and a high level of competence in Microsoft Excel and related applications are also highly desirable.
Previous experience within a school or education-based human resources environment will be highly regarded.
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 Trisha Bebek, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9392 6855 or trisha.bebek@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 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 ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
- Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with staff and work within a team environment.
- Demonstrated sound knowledge and skills in human resource management, including research, planning and recruitment practices.
- Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to implement appropriate strategies.
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/SS1003463
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 Monday, 8 December 2025
