Shenton College is seeking to establish a pool of versatile School Officers for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2027. Appointment can be made from the pool at any time for commencements during this period.
Shenton College is one of Australia’s leading co-educational schools and consists of Middle School (Years 7 & 8), Lower Senior School (Years 9 & 10) and Upper Senior School (Years 11 & 12). The College currently has approximately 2800 students and 300 staff. The College’s strength is in its commitment to develop the 'whole child' and to empower them to be independent and confident learners so that they can be purposeful contributors in an increasingly independent world. Our success is built on solid foundations and on the skills of an outstanding staff.
Shenton College has a proud culture of excellence and success. The selective gifted and talented program requires staff to appreciate and be responsive to the needs of gifted students. With a 'can do' capacity to problem solve, our teachers pride themselves in delivering outstanding services to our students, parents and community.
Find out more about our school by visiting shenton.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Our team of School Officers staff a range of administrative areas, ensuring exceptional service and support across our college community. The ideal applicants would have relevant experience and the ability to perform a broad range of administrative and operational tasks to a high standard. These may include customer service, enrolments, attendance and school reporting, finance and procurement processes, OHS procedures, and the management of the College’s physical assets and resources.
Suitable applicants will ideally have a sound understanding of relevant systems within a busy secondary school context. You should display strong organisational skills, the ability to manage timelines effectively, and a willingness to adapt and learn new skills. Attention to detail and working within the Department of Education procedures and processes are highly desirable.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are highly desirable to liaise effectively with staff, students, parents, and the wider College community while delivering high-quality, customer-focused service. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 is important, while experience with school-based administration systems such as RM Billing, RM Finance, Integris and Compass 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 Kate Brandis, Associate Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9366 9100 or kate.brandis@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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A statement of up to two (2) pages addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
1. Demonstrated experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
4. Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. The remaining selection criteria can be found in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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/SS1038285
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 25 May 2026
