This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026

Comet Bay's motto is 'Seek Excellence' and this underpins everything we do. Students are encouraged to perform to their highest standard and are given the opportunity to excel in a number of high-quality programs. Comet Bay College has been a Department of Education and Training endorsed Gifted and Talented Academic Program school since 2007, providing a tailored, highly stimulating and challenging program to all selected students. The college also offers students extension through Drama, Dance, Music and Art as well as having a fully accredited Specialist Australian Rules Football Program with direct links to the Fremantle Dockers and Peel Thunder.

Find out more about our school by visiting cometbaycollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant will administer college databases, records, and information management systems whilst managing student transfer processes and maintaining student records to a high-level of accuracy. The successful applicant will produce statistical, academic, and inter-departmental reports and general correspondence whilst developing and maintaining professional business relationships between agents, members of the college community, students and the college.

The successful applicant will implement the Department’s enrolment policy and provide input into the development and implementation of college enrolment procedures whilst assisting staff operating and utilising student databases and systems whilst liaising and negotiating with students in relation to their enquiries, applications, courses of study requests, enrolment procedures, initial fees and visa issues. You will process local student enrolment applications whilst managing student timetabling, class set up and adjustments as required, under the direction of the associate principal.

The successful applicant will assist with the induction and training of front office college support staff, including the development and delivery of programs and materials whilst undertaking student-related activities such as providing information and advice, collecting documentation for enrolment of new students and liaising with bus companies concerning routes. The successful applicant will manage incoming telephone calls, visitor enquiries, diary appointments, meetings, emails and other communications. The successful applicant will provide administrative support for ad hoc special projects and support across college teams as business needs arise.

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 Jennifer Tarr, Manager Corporate Services, on 0438 909 162 or emailing jennifer.tarr@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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and constructively as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated experience in the use of computer application systems, including databases, spreadsheets and word processing software.
  • Demonstrated initiative and good organisational skills, including the ability to manage conflicting timelines.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in providing administrative support.

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/SS1048755

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 Monday, 27 July 2026.