This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.8 FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency
Beckenham Primary School (PS) is proudly situated on Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar and has been an integral part of the local community for over 100 years. Today, we celebrate and value the cultural diversity that exists within our learning community and the opportunities this provides for our students to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding required to positively contribute to society as global citizens.
Our school's highly dedicated and professional staff are committed to educating the students in their care. This includes students with imputed and diagnosed disabilities and those requiring additional academic, health and wellbeing support. We have a culture of high expectations for staff and students which are aligned to our positive behaviour support (PBS) values of respect, responsibility and strive.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.beckenhamps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As the School Officer, you will be the first point of contact for our school community. You should have a friendly, positive and caring attitude; be self-motivated and organised, and display initiative. Ideally, you will have previous experience as a School Officer or a similar role. The successful applicant will work as part of the administration team in a busy school environment. You should be an efficient and enthusiastic team member able to work both collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision. You ideally will possess the flexibility to move between tasks and be calm under pressure.
The School Officer is responsible for reception duties, including greeting visitors, answering the telephone, and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information in an efficient and friendly manner. They provide general clerical and administrative support, including preparing correspondence, newsletters, notices, and other materials in a timely manner. At Beckenham Primary, this includes maintaining the school’s social media account and website, and creating a range of public relations materials such as posters and pamphlets using Canva.
The school officer also distribute and collect documents, forms, and mail, collect and receipt monies, operate and maintain office equipment, input data and generate reports, arrange catering for school functions, assist with maintenance of school facilities, and support student-related activities such as maintaining attendance records and assisting with student enrolment procedures. They also assist the Manager Corporate Services with the induction and training of school support staff and recruitment processes and maintain staff records and contact relief staff as directed.
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 Jane Chesson, Manager of Corporate Services, on (08) 9278 3700 or emailing jane.chesson@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Jane Chesson on 04 3006 4191.
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; and
- A maximum two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria one (1) and three (3) as outlined in the attached JDF
- 1. Demonstrated experience in providing general office administrative support with ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
- 3. Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF 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: IPS/SS1056075
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, 31 July 2026.
