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

Comet Bay College: Excellence in Education

At Comet Bay College, our motto, Seek Excellence, underpins our commitment to fostering student success. Our moral purpose reads, 'we strive for excellence by nurturing individual abilities, providing meaningful learning opportunities and fostering positive respectful communities'. This guides everything we do, from classroom teaching to extracurricular programs, creating a supportive environment where students thrive.

Find out more about our school by visiting Comet Bay College or Schools Online.

The Role

As a First Aid Officer you will manage and administer first aid within our school community. In this role, you will be the primary contact for first aid needs, providing care to students, staff, and volunteers in line with your training and departmental guidelines.

Your responsibilities include supervising the self-administration of prescribed medication, coordinating with parents or guardians for the collection of sick or injured students, and maintaining accurate records of all first aid incidents. Additionally, you will ensure that first aid kits are regularly checked and replenished, manage the first aid budget, and provide general clerical and administrative support.

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 relevant knowledge and expertise in First Aid and associated qualifications.
  • Demonstrated sound interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels and in emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated experience in effective record management, activity recording and ability to use a range of software applications.
  • Demonstrated sound organisational skills to develop effective administrative practices with the ability to work independently and to seek support when required and implement recommendations.

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/SS1057724

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.