This is a permanent full-time position commencing January 2026.
The Strategic Policy directorate is seeking to appoint a well organised and self-motivated person to join their busy and friendly team in the role of Administrative Assistant.
The Projects and Initiatives team operates as part of the Strategic Policy directorate and is responsible for developing strategies and policies to support Department and student outcomes. The team provides advice to senior leaders on Department and system-wide issues to support the delivery of strategic priorities and ministerial directions. We work collaboratively with key stakeholders to facilitate a strong evidence base for strategic policy decisions, aligned with strategic directions and government priorities.
The Role
As an Administrative Assistant you will coordinate the use of office equipment and other minor purchases and maintain stationery supplies and asset registers. In addition, our Administrative Assistants also provide clerical and administrative support, including basic research, for the team in a timely and efficient manner.
The successful applicant will be able to deal with multiple demands, possess good organisational skills to manage incoming telephone calls, visitor enquiries, diary appointments, meetings, interview schedules, emails and other communications. As well as assisting with hospitality and travel arrangements, including preparing travel documents and booking flights and accommodation.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- 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)
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
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 Mark Prindiville, Manager, on (08) 9264 8162 or emailing Mark.Prindiville@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.
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated experience in clerical and general administrative duties.
- Demonstrated experience in purchasing, processing accounts for payment and monitoring expenditure for a work unit.
- Demonstrated sound written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with individuals at all levels.
- Demonstrated well developed keyboarding and computer skills, including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, word processing and experience using an electronic records management system.
- Demonstrated sound organisational skills, including the ability to use initiative and work independently or as part of a team.
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: DOE1006512
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 Monday 8 December 2025
