This is a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026
Albany Senior High School (SHS) is looking for a highly motivated and capable Executive Support Officer.
Albany SHS is a distinguished Independent Public School with a long-standing tradition of opportunity and success. As a central part of the Albany community, we are committed to empowering students to make a positive difference to our global community.
At Albany SHS, we recognise that corporate services staff are critical to the effective operation of the school and the delivery of our strategic priorities. Through disciplined systems, high-quality communication and professional support, our corporate services support staff enable the Executive team to lead with clarity and ensure alignment with Department of Education expectations.
We foster a culture of professionalism, accountability and high expectations, where all staff contribute to a cohesive and high-functioning workplace. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience underpin how we work together, and our focus on Belonging and Connectedness extends to every member of our team.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.albanyshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional Executive Support Officer to join our team and provide high-level administrative support to the Principal and Executive team.
The Executive Support Officer plays a key role in shaping the quality and consistency of the school’s written and published communications. This includes drafting high-level correspondence, reports and publications that reflect the school’s strategic direction and align with Department of Education priorities, policies and expectations.
The role requires the ability to interpret context, exercise sound judgement and produce clear, accurate and purposeful communication that represents the Principal, the school and public education to a high standard.
This role sits at the centre of the school’s operations, supporting the coordination of the Executive team and ensuring effective communication, organisation and responsiveness across a wide range of school functions.
The successful applicant will ideally play a critical role in:
- coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Executive team
- managing schedules, communications and priorities for the Principal and Executive team
- preparing high-quality correspondence, briefing notes and documentation
- supporting the work of the School Board
- assisting with sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion
- contributing to the planning and coordination of key school events and communications
This is a role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, demonstrates initiative, and can manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
About You
We are seeking a highly capable and discerning professional who understands the importance of precision, judgement and professionalism in supporting a school Executive.
The successful applicant will ideally have:
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to draft high-quality correspondence, reports and publications that are clear, concise and aligned to strategic intent
- The ability to interpret and translate complex information into well-structured, purposeful communication that reflects the voice of the Principal and the expectations of the Department
- A strong understanding of professional judgement, including the ability to manage sensitive information, respond to emerging issues and maintain confidentiality at all times
- Highly developed organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise, manage competing demands and meet tight timelines without compromising quality
- The capacity to work autonomously while anticipating needs, showing initiative and a solutions-focused approach
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior staff, external agencies and members of the community
- A commitment to accuracy, consistency and high standards, with a keen eye for detail
We are particularly seeking applicants who ideally possess experience in producing documentation that reflects organisational priorities, aligns with policy frameworks and represents their organisation to a high standard.
Experience in a school or public sector context, and familiarity with Department of Education systems and processes, will be highly regarded.
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 Melissa Walker, Principal on (08) 6821 1700 or emailing melissa.walker@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Melissa Walker on 0484 189 736.
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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated sound administration and organisational skills with considerable experience in the delivery of administration support services, including the ability to provide executive support to School Executives.
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating events and marketing activities and associated financial management and budgeting requirements.
- Demonstrated sound written, oral communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with senior positions, internal and external clients on a wide range of issues.
- Demonstrated sound research, conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use initiative to identify priorities and meet conflicting timelines.
- Demonstrated relevant experience in the use of personal computer software applications, including MS Word, Outlook and Excel, with the ability to produce reports from computerised applications.
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/SS1028817
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
