This is a permanent part-time (0.2FTE) position commencing ASAP
There are eight Regional Education Offices staffed by a Director of Education, Coordinators Regional Operations, Coordinator Regional Services, administrative support and professional staff. These officers are responsible for assisting schools and school networks in their region.
The Role
The Program Support Officer PEAC provides clerical and general administrative assistance to the North Metropolitan PEAC Coordinator and PEAC teachers utilising contextual knowledge of the program and delivery formats for the North Metropolitan Education Region (NMER). They coordinate the flow and recording of telephone calls, emails and other communications, and assist with the preparation of various types of correspondence, documents, booklets and reports.
If successful, you will assist with financial processes, including purchasing, GST coding, account preparation and processing, reconciliations, credit card reconciliation and preparation of financial reports in consultation with the host school. Additionally, you will maintain and administer the operation of student management systems, records and information systems relating to PEAC processes as undertaken in the NMER.
Professional Benefits
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)
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 Bronwin Vowles North Metro PEAC Coordinator on 0409 537 077 or by emailing Bronwin.vowles@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.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing selection criteria, 1, 2, 3 and 4 as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated sound knowledge and experience in providing effective administrative support, and the ability to problem-solve to facilitate critical processes.
- Demonstrated sound experience in the use of computers and computer-based software programs, including good working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, student management information systems and in generating reports and mail-outs in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external clients and operate constructively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated good organisational skills with the ability to use initiative and to prioritise tasks to meet conflicting timelines.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process
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: DOE1027479
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 Thursday, 9 April 2026
