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

West Beechboro Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our school is culturally diverse and educates students from many backgrounds.

We offer a variety of integrated learning programs. While literacy and numeracy are priority areas, science, technology, arts and humanities are interwoven to ensure students receive a holistic, well-balanced, education. Our staff continually review our teaching framework to ensure consistent learning and communication is delivered to the school community.

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

The Role

The School Officer plays a vital role in supporting the efficient financial and administrative operations of the school. Key responsibilities include processing invoices, undertaking account and GST coding, reconciling financial records, and assisting with month-end financial procedures, including banking activities and maintaining the integrity of financial data. The role also contributes to financial planning and budgeting processes by collating and analysing financial information to support informed decision-making.

In addition, the School Officer assists with the management of school assets, administration of school databases and information systems, and the procurement of office supplies and consumables. The role is responsible for coordinating records management practices while ensuring the confidentiality, security, and accuracy of sensitive information.

Working closely with the Manager Corporate Services, the School Officer supports the coordination of maintenance and repair services supporting internal and external stakeholders. The School Officer provides administrative assistance in the preparation and publication of school communications and materials across a range of media platforms.

The School Officer also undertakes a variety of student-related administrative functions, including supporting excursions, assisting with student enrolments, providing information and advice to families, and ensuring all required documentation is accurately collected and maintained.

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 Lee Jozwiak, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9392 5100 or emailing lee.jozwiak@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 three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF - delete selection criteria not to be addressed in statement

1. Demonstrated experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
2. Demonstrated experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns.
3. Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.

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/SS1067566

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, 30 October 2026