This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027.

Kelmscott Senior High School is a school of opportunity for students. The school offers Department of Education endorsed Specialist Programs in Agriculture and Music, Gifted & Talented Secondary Selective Entrance Program and a range of Kelmscott Extension Programs (KEP) in Mathematics, Science, English and Humanities & Social Sciences. We are only one of two schools to provide Gifted & Talented online to rural areas.

Each year Kelmscott Senior High School receives students from our contributory primary schools of Clifton Hills, Grovelands, Kelmscott, Kingsley and Westfield Park Primary Schools. Students from outside of our intake area have access to the school through our Specialist Programs of Gifted & Talented Education, Music and Agriculture.

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

The Role

As a Human Resource Officer, you will ideally provide professional and responsive human resource support across the school, working closely with staff, the Executive team and the wider school community. The successful applicant should display strong interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain confidentiality and contribute to a positive and collaborative working environment.

The role includes providing advice and support on human resource legislation, policies and procedures, as well as contributing to workforce planning, attraction and retention, succession planning and establishment management. Experience coordinating end-to-end recruitment activities, including deployment, selection and appointment processes, would be highly regarded. Knowledge of relief coordination, human resource systems and relevant departmental processes would also be advantageous.

The successful applicant will ideally bring sound judgement, attention to detail and an understanding of compliance requirements. Experience supporting Work Health and Safety (WHS) processes and providing advice to staff in consultation with the Executive team would also be valued, along with the ability to contribute to practical and effective workforce solutions that support positive outcomes for staff and students.

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 Marta Pitaro, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9495 7400 or emailing Marta.Pitaro@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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 four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
  2. Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with staff and work within a team environment.
  3. Demonstrated sound knowledge and skills in human resource management, including research, planning and recruitment practices.
  4. Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to implement appropriate strategies.

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/SS1068037

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, 16 November 2026