This is a permanent part time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026
At Hammond Park Secondary College (SC), we place ourselves at the heart of our local community. By forging strong relationships with families, local businesses and organisations, we aim to provide our students with a diverse range of engaging opportunities and experiences. We challenge our staff to think differently, leverage from our collective efficacy and unlock each student’s potential. Our values of wellbeing, excellence and relationships are integral to the work we undertake, guiding our decisions and directions.
As a growing Independent Public School, we place high expectations on staff, students and our local community. Positive partnerships are essential to our success. We aim for our students to thrive and for our staff members to find joy and purpose in their work. Located 30km south of Perth in Hammond Park, the College serves Year 7 to 12 students in state of the art facilities. We work to empower the school community to be innovative, curious and courageous.
Find out more about our school by visiting HammondParkSC.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Are you a proactive and energetic individual with a passion for customer service?
As a key member of the corporate services team, the Human Resources Officer works closely with members of the Executive Team and the Head of Operations to support the efficient running of College operations through effective relief coordination, payroll processing and implementation of human resource management processes. The successful applicant should be professional and possess exceptional organisational/time management skills. On a daily basis, the Human Resources Officer:
- Coordinates the allocation of relief staff.
- Builds and maintains strong working relationships with relief staff.
- Maintains accurate records of staff absences and relief cover.
- Processes staff pays (including casual payments and additional earnings), monitoring leave applications and ensuring data accuracy in HRMIS.
- Manages staff personnel records.
- Monitors casual salary expenditure through use of project and function codes.
- Provides advice to staff on human resource policies, procedures and their leave entitlements.
- Maintains confidentiality and exercises sound judgement when handling sensitive staff information.
The College currently has another Human Resources Officer, and it is expected that responsibilities will be shared and rotated between staff for succession planning purposes. In the future, the successful applicant may also:
- Support recruitment and onboarding processes including RAMS for advertising, shortlisting and appointment.
- Process electronic advices in HRMIS – including commencements, movements, variations and terminations – to ensure the College establishment remains accurate and up to date.
- Support induction, probation and performance management processes.
- Manage compliance requirements including Working With Children Checks, screening and teacher registration.
- Provide input into the development of workforce and succession plans.
We are ideally seeking applications from individuals who are proactive, solutions-focused and enjoy problem-solving in a fast-paced school environment. A working knowledge of spreadsheets is desirable.Experience with the use of RM Workspace (TRIM), SIS Cover, Compass, HRMIS and Casual Staff Seeker would also be considered as advantageous.
The successful applicant will be required to work across five days (Monday to Friday). Hours of work will be negotiated with the successful applicant however an early starting time will be required.
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 Daniel Joyce, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9395 3800 or emailing Daniel.Joyce@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, 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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria (1, 2 & 3) as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
- Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with staff and work within a team environment.
- Demonstrated sound knowledge and skills in human resource management, including research, planning and recruitment practices.
All selection criteria will be assessed throughout the selection 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/SS1000825
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, 24 November 2025
