We are seeking to establish a pool of Business Support Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Duncraig Senior High School (SHS) caters for students from Year 7 to Year 12 and provides a caring, engaging and supportive learning community, which fosters a culture of excellence to produce resilient, life-long learners in a rapidly changing world. The School is well known within the community for being an inclusive and caring education institution with a very supportive and active Parents and Citizens Association and School Board. We believe positive relationships are the key to success as well as individual ownership of leaning in striving for personal best in the celebration of excellence. Our School Values of Care, Engage and Excel guide our School in our decision making and operations.
Find out more about our school by visiting duncraigshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking self-motivated applicants who can use their initiative, work independently and strive to excel to join our Corporate Services team. It is highly desirable that you have an attention to detail, can work with minimal supervision while effectively prioritising and meeting deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are also highly desirable. We are seeking a pool of committed innovative and high-performing applicants.
Business Support Officers provide advice, coordination, training and support as part of the Duncraig SHS Corporate Services team. BSOs oversee individual portfolios which may include Facilities, Finance, HR, Marketing & Events, Workplace Learning and Communications & Executive Support. Supported by the School MCS, each BSO is expected to lead their portfolio across the School.
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 Sophie Norman, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 6241 5402 or by emailing sophie.norman@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 four (4) 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 considerable experience providing input and effective support to the development, management, implementation and monitoring of business operations, systems and plans.
- Demonstrated well developed financial management skills, including data analysis, interpretation and reporting, and the ability to provide recommendations.
- Demonstrated sound human resource management knowledge and skills, including the ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
- Demonstrated strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated sound conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to identify appropriate solutions.
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/SS999689
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 08 December 2025
