We are seeking to establish a pool of School Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Join our vibrant school community and play a key role in supporting operations, strengthening connections, and helping our school thrive every day.
Lesmurdie Senior High School (SHS) is a co-educational school catering to around 1000 students, supported by 100 staff. Our commitment to delivering a challenging yet supportive learning environment, allowing students to achieve academic, sporting and cultural success, has established Lesmurdie SHS as a school of choice in the Perth Hills. Our focus and commitment to providing quality education for over 40 years; our many successful alumni; and our continued strong performance data have seen many families engage with us now for three generations.
Set in the beautiful Perth Hills, our school boasts the best of both worlds, natural bushland on the fringe of a residential area, just 30 minutes from the CBD. Our School Community recognises the guardianship of the traditional owners of the land upon which our school has been established and acknowledges the peaceful, orderly and welcoming environment our school provides. We are an inclusive school and embrace our growing diversity.
Find out more about our school by visiting Lesmurdie SHS or Schools Online.
The Role
At Lesmurdie SHS the School Officer plays a vital role in supporting the school’s financial and administrative operations. Responsibilities include undertaking financial administration practices and assisting with the accurate processing of invoices to maintain effective financial management. The role may also support month-end procedures, including banking processes and maintaining data integrity. In addition, the School Officer collates and prepares financial information to support planning and budgeting processes, contributing to informed decision-making and the responsible management of school resources.
The School Officer also contributes to effective asset and facility management by coordinating the out-of-hours use of school facilities, organising maintenance and repairs, and maintaining key registers and security system codes. The role supports the induction and coordination of administrative support staff and relief personnel. In addition, the position could assist with school communications and marketing through newsletters, website updates, and social media content that promotes school initiatives, celebrates achievements, and strengthens community engagement.
You will be well supported and trained in this role by a dedicated team of allied professionals and an experienced executive team who work collaboratively to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing school environment. Their guidance, expertise, and commitment to teamwork ensure you are equipped with the support, resources, and encouragement needed to succeed and thrive within our wonderful school community.
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 Bronwyn Thornton, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9291 1200 or emailing bronwyn.thornton@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 experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Demonstrated experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns.
- Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
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/SS1032163
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 27 March 2026
