This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
Wanneroo Secondary College (SC) is committed to the education, both academically and socially, of every student who walks through our doors. We consider our staff and students our greatest assets - our teachers are experienced and highly skilled, and our students are friendly, inclusive and always striving for excellence.
Our innovative curriculum allows us to cater for all students' talents and ambitions. Constant improvement in literacy and numeracy standards is one of our highest priorities. The college offers a variety of pathways and programs to students to develop their talents and engage them in schooling.
Find out more about our school by visiting wanneroosc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking an individual who is knowledgeable, adaptable, resilient, resourceful and who can develop and maintain positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders. The Network Administrator will also provide input on system enhancements and implement new systems through research and identification of appropriate ICT resources. Your ability to apply conceptual and analytical thought processes and develop innovative solutions will be critical to your success.
The successful applicant should ideally have knowledge of hardware, software and other information technology resources including software licensing and Information Technology copyright obligations and regulations.
You will provide advice to administration staff on technical issues associated with the network system and provide technical support and training to all users. As a Network Administrator you should have the ability to work with staff in building their capacity to use technologies and be able to provide a high level of technical support to staff and students to ensure positive outcomes. You should have well developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to show initiative and work autonomously.
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 Karin Mongan, Manager Corporate Services on 08 6401 9800 or karin.mongan@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Stephen Carlino on 0424 692 600.
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 skills and experience in administering a computer network and facilitating access to applications.
- Demonstrated knowledge of hardware, software and other information technology resources including software licensing and Information Technology copyright obligations and regulations.
- Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to work with limited supervision and prioritise duties in a demanding environment.
- Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills relevant to computer support.
- Demonstrated well-developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to consult and negotiate with users on issues relevant to network administration.
- Demonstrated well-developed written communication skills with the ability to develop and implement user-training procedures.
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/SS1013085
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 Friday, 30 January 2026
