This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027

At Treeby Primary School (PS) we are committed to celebrating the diversity of our community and upholding a deep commitment to the uniqueness of every child. Staff members at Treeby PS hold themselves accountable to high expectations and pride themselves on their differentiated research-proven approaches that align to whole school expectations. 

We firmly believe that every child can reach their full potential, when they are supported by adults who care for them, are connected to each other; and have a deep sense of belonging to our school and community.

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

The Role

As part of the Student Servies Team, you will assist in developing and introducing systems and intervention strategies that provide a responsive and effective support service for students, family members and staff. You will aid and provide advice to teachers on strategies for helping students, facilitate group work processes, and you should implement play-based wellbeing strategies in partnership with parents/guardians, students, staff and other relevant parties.

Working collaboratively across the school and wider community, you will develop supportive links between students, families, the school and appropriate agencies, while establishing a network of partnerships with government and non-government organisations. You will also actively participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and case conferences, provide information and consultancy advice as required, and assist the School Administration team in crisis management and response duties.

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 Jane Wescott, Principal on (08) 6174 9900 or emailing Jane.Wescott@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 two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • 2. Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines.
  • 4. Demonstrated skills and experience in working with individual or small groups of students experiencing difficulties.
  • 5. Demonstrated knowledge of the youth sector, particularly local organisations and services

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/SS1069997

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, 6 November 2026