This is a 9 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency
Carnaby Rise Primary School, located in Landsdale, opened in 2017 as an Independent Public Private Partnership school (PPP) School catering for children from Kindergarten to Year 6 with around 570 students.
Through consultation and collaboration, we have worked with the local community to develop a vision to shape the direction of our school to reflect the uniqueness and diversity of our children. Our school has state-of-the-art facilities and resources to cater for teaching and learning in the 21st century.
Find out more about our school by visiting carnabyriseps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The School Officer would support the Manager of Corporate Services in managing the school's financial resources. Key responsibilities include accounts and GST coding, financial record reconciliation, and invoice processing. The School Officer would also assist with month-end procedures and compile data for financial planning and budgeting to facilitate informed decision-making.
Beyond financial responsibilities, the School Officer would contribute to the management of school assets and undertake student-related administrative tasks. These tasks include processing enrolments and attendance through Compass, coordinating incursions and excursions, organising school tours, and supporting the planning and execution of special events. Additionally, the School Officer would assist with the induction and ongoing support of administrative staff by developing induction materials and coordinating relief staff.
The successful applicant will ideally display excellence in customer service and administrative support, possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and have experience with student information systems.
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 Moya Gibson, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6401 8100 or emailing moya.gibson@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 two (2) 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 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/SS1030844
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, 24 April 2026
