This is a 12-month fixed-term, part-time (0.8 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027, with possible extension and/or permanency.

Armadale Senior High School (SHS) is an Independent Public School dedicated to providing students from Year 7 to Year 12 with strong academic achievement and positive engagement. We aim to provide every student with a positive learning experience. We believe in our students and recognise that each is an individual to be welcomed and respected.

Our highly skilled and experienced teaching staff provide a supportive educational experience for every student through a wide variety of subjects and courses. These include English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Home Economics, Creative Art, Music, Information Technology, Design and Technology and Physical Education.

Find out more about our school by visiting Armadale Senior High School or Schools Online.

The Role

As a School Management Assistant, you will ideally provide responsive clerical and administrative support across a range of school functions, including reception, student administration, records management and special projects. The successful applicant should assist with activities such as enrolments, school tours, interstate and international visits or excursions, and maintaining student information relating to attendance, good standing, uniforms, transfers and personal details.

The role also includes administering databases and information management systems, preparing correspondence, notices, newsletters and other school publications, and providing clerical support across different teams as business needs arise. The successful applicant would ideally entail a positive working relationships with students, families, staff and external stakeholders, along with strong organisation, communication and attention to detail. Experience in the use of Human Resource Information System (HRMIS), Recruitment Advertising Management System (RAMS), RM Finance, SIS Integris, RM Billing and Compass is desirable.

The successful applicant will ideally contribute to the planning and coordination of school events such as graduation, parent evenings and other functions, with opportunities to support promotional and communication activities where required. Confidence using Department of Education systems and platforms, together with a flexible approach and willingness to work across different administrative portfolios, would also be highly valued.

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 Nikita Wood, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9497 6400 or emailing nikita.wood@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, a 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 well-developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
  • Demonstrated experience in providing effective administrative support and events coordination.
  • Demonstrated experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
  • Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills with the ability to use initiative and work with minimum supervision to meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to use a range of application software packages, particularly Microsoft Office, databases, spreadsheets and publishing programs.

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/SS1071164

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 27 November 2026