This is a 3 month fixed term, part-time (0.2 FTE) position commencing as soon as possible, with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency
Canning Vale Primary School (CVPS) is a vibrant school located in the heart of Livingston. We have a very welcoming atmosphere with courtesy and mutual respect demonstrated by students and staff.
We have a beautiful learning environment that instils a sense of ownership from our staff and students. CVPS has a strong history within the suburb of Canning Vale and the school community is committed to ongoing student improvement.
Find out more about our school by visiting Canning vale Primary School or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant should provide support to develop, implement and manage the school’s marketing plan whilst assisting with the development and production of a range of printed and online materials to support marketing activities and events for the school whilst assisting with editing and sub-editing publications and news media communications to ensure Departmental policies and guidelines are adhered to. The successful applicant will ideally assist with coordinating school events and activities, assisting with the preparation of submissions and various awards.
The successful applicant should gather and publish news items, photographs and videos adhering to the school’s marketing plan and the Department’s communication standards whilst assisting the school executive team to coordinate internal and external school communication activities. The successful applicant will ideally maintain and update the school’s website, software applications and social media, ensuring published content is current, relevant and that associated links are active whilst maintaining knowledge of current trends related to web design, technologies, and online mediums. The successful applicant should assist the school executive team to maintain the school’s brand and style guide to be consistent with the Department’s priorities and values whilst providing administration support to the school executive team and providing support to corporate services team.
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 Joanne Shanley, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9427 6000 or emailing Joanne.Shanley@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Joanne Shanley on 0430 519 155.
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 sound written communications skills, including the ability to gather and edit material for printed and online publications.
- Demonstrated well-developed verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated initiative and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment to meet conflicting timeframes.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain multimedia platforms.
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/SS976202
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, 17 April 2026
