South Metropolitan Regional Education Office are seeking to establish a pool of Administrative Assistant for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2026 and up to the end of July, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
The South Metropolitan Education Region was established as part of the Government’s regionalisation initiative to strengthen local decision-making and empower school communities by providing principals and staff with greater input into how regional services are delivered and utilised. The Region supports the Department of Education’s priorities across Western Australia and is committed to delivering high-quality public education services that support students, parents and school staff.
The South Metropolitan Education Regional Office, located in Beaconsfield near Fremantle, provides support and services to 268 public schools across the region. The Region supports approximately 139,000 students enrolled in compulsory schooling and works collaboratively with schools and communities to promote positive educational outcomes and effective service delivery.
The Role
The role provides administrative support to the Regional Office by undertaking a range of clerical, research and operational support tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Responsibilities include processing incoming and outgoing correspondence and enquiries, drafting routine responses, preparing basic reports, and supporting the day-to-day administrative functions of the office.
The position is responsible for maintaining and administering databases, records and management information systems, as well as ensuring accurate and effective corporate filing and recordkeeping practices. The role also supports office operations through ordering supplies in accordance with relevant Common Use Arrangements (CUAs), processing accounts, undertaking credit card reconciliations, and preparing financial reports as required.
The role liaises with senior officers, Department staff, external agencies and members of the wider community to support effective communication, service delivery and administrative operations across the Regional Office.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Beaconsfield and 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 Simone Fairbrother, Coordinator Regional Services on (08) 9336 9521 or emailing simone.fairbrother@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 to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
2. Demonstrated well developed keyboarding and computer skills, including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
3. Demonstrated sound organisational skills with the ability to use initiative and work independently and as part of a team.
4. Demonstrated sound written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to liaise with individuals at all levels.
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: DOE1046761
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 22 June 2026
