This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.2 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension
At Salmon Gums Primary School, we provide quality educational programs that meet the needs and interests of all of our students. We build a strong learning community around the five Tribes Agreements of Active Participation, Mutual Respect, Personal Best, Attentive Listening and offering Appreciations.
Effective communication between teachers, parents, students, non-teaching staff and the community is integral to the success of our school. This has enabled us to create a positive learning environment for our students and a productive and collaborative working environment for staff.
The school was established in 1926 and has now played a significant role in the Salmon Gums community for nearly 100 years. With rich traditions, educational experiences and values firmly embedded within the school our students are provided with every opportunity to thrive in their future prospects. Our unique and spectacular school grounds and welcoming environment outline the pride we take in our school. From the inside to the outside we always strive for success.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.salmongumsps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As a School Officer, you will be the first point of contact for our school and will be responsible for completing administrative duties including greeting all visitors, answering the telephone, and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information. The successful applicant should have a friendly, positive, and caring attitude and possess the qualities to promote excellence within our school and to interact with parents and the wider community.
The successful applicant will ideally exhibit attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines and work well within a team environment. You will model effective and quality customer and administrative support service delivery and ideally have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work in collaboration with the administration team, school support staff, our school community and teaching staff. In addition, you will support student-related activities such as assisting with student enrolment procedures and operate a range of software packages, particularly databases and word processing.
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 Sarah Simpson, Principal on (08) 9078 5500 or emailing sarah.simpson@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
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.
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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, 15 December 2025
