This is a permanent part-time (0.9 FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2026 

Manjimup Primary School (PS) is located 290 kilometres south of Perth and currently caters for 250 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our new school facilities greatly enhance our ability to deliver teaching and learning reflective of modern teaching practises, including information and communication technologies.

Manjimup Primary is one of two public schools located in the town of Manjimup. With a school history of 100 years, its ties with the community are strong with generations of families having attended the school.

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

The Role

The School Officer is the first point of contact for our school and is responsible for completing administrative duties including greeting all visitors, answering the telephone and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information. The successful applicant will preferably have a friendly, positive and caring attitude, possess strong attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills, and work effectively within a team environment. You should be able to use initiative, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines while delivering high-quality outcomes in a busy and fast-paced workplace.

Providing assistance to members of the school administration team, the School Officer helps maintain school databases, records and management information systems to ensure they are accurate and up to date. You will also assist with student enrolment procedures and operate a range of software packages; particularly databases and word processing. The School Officer also provides support to the Manager Corporate Services in administering the school’s marketing, financial, physical and human resources whilst upholding confidentiality and security of sensitive material.

Ideally, you will possess a sound understanding of computer programs and information systems, along with the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies. Previous experience with Compass would be highly regarded.

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 Jessamine Watt, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9771 9000 or Jessamine.Watt@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 selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  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.
  4. Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
  5. Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.

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/SS1061086

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, 17 August 2026