This recruitment pool will run for a period of twelve months and may be used to fill ongoing fixed term contracts and permanent opportunities.
Currently, there are up to 7 permanent and fixed term contract positions available for immediate filling in our Market Gardens, Kitchens and Farm (various locations). You will find a list of current vacancies in the VSO Information Booklet attached to this advertisement and refer to the VSO Descriptor Guide for more details on the role requirements.
About Justice
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live.
We offer a wide range of employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia.
You will be able to make a real difference to local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
About the role
Working with Corrective Services is more than a job – it’s a vocation. If you are passionate about sharing your knowledge with others to provide them with valuable work and life skills, this is the role for you.
As a Vocational Support Officer, you will provide on the job instruction, accredited training, and supervision to prisoners to support their rehabilitative journey.
Eligibility
Permanent positions – To be eligible for permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.
VSO qualifications –To be eligible for positions level 3 and above, you must have a relevant qualification. Refer to VSO Position Descriptor Guide to find out more about the role you may be interested in.
Please note the following additional pre-appointment requirements to comply with the Prisons Act and Regulations, and applicable Departmental policy and procedures.
A successful applicant must:
- Receive a clearance through a National Criminal History check and the Departmental integrity assessment.
- Provide evidence of the relevant Qualification/Academic Record (if applicable)
- Possess a current unrestricted ‘C’ class motor vehicle driver’s licence;
- Possess a valid Senior First Aid qualification (or equivalent) received from an accredited training provider; and
- Be willing to undertake the mandatory four week Essential Training Program at the Department’s Training Academy, Bentley, WA.
Benefits and opportunities
- Generous Leave entitlements
- Regional incentives
- Rewarding career
Application process
How to apply
Please review the VSO Descriptors Guide for further information about the requirements of the position to assist with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
- A current comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- Contact details of two work related referees. (Preferably your current or recent Supervisor or Manager within the last 5 years)
- Copies of your current qualification / registration / certification title (if applicable).
- During the online application process, you will be required to address the questions below in detail, using up to 250 words per question:
- Please outline what skills, experience, and attributes you will bring to the role to demonstrate your suitability.
- Provide a specific example of a project or task you've completed that demonstrates your skillset for the position you're applying for.
- Tell us about a time that demonstrates your ability to communicate effectively to gain participation from a team or team member to achieve an outcome.
All remaining Job-Related Requirements and/or Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Pool Recruitment
This pool will be open for a period of twelve (12) months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.
The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.
Equity and diversity
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.
For further job-related information
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Kerry Collier, Recruitment Coordinator on 08 9264 9503 for a confidential discussion.
Submitting your application
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
To keep up to date with Department of Justice news and job opportunities you can go directly to the Department website or follow us on social media.
The Department of Justice has introduced a smoke-free policy, which has been fully implemented across all women’s prisons and the Academy, with all other prison sites to follow before the end of 2025.
