The RoleEducation makes a vital contribution to the development and wellbeing of children. It also plays a significant role in a child’s ability to access future employment and life opportunities. Children in the care of the Department often have unique educational needs, and meeting those requires planning and support.As an Education Officer, you will provide education services to children in care, as well as those identified by the Department. You will achieve this by:
As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to utilise your education experience in a child protection setting; expanding your skills and knowledge in a role that will make a real difference in a child’s life.Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for more information. For any position specific enquiries, we encourage you to contact Isabelle Paris, A/Assistant District Director, on 0476 007 140 during business hours, or via email to Isabelle.Paris@communities.wa.gov.au.Qualification RequirementsTo be eligible for this position, you must have a completed Bachelor’s degree in Education or relevant equivalent. All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency.The OpportunityThis is a permanent, part time (45 hours per fortnight) opportunity at our Cannington office. It is a great location close to Carousel Shopping Centre and public transport, along with free on-site parking.The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of permanent and fixed term employment that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities.In return for your skills, passion, and commitment we will offer you a challenging job, a safe and healthy working environment, and a range of benefits (subject to eligibility) including:
Want to join us? Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above or below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:
For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact the HR Recruitment team at HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls - 133 677Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727SMS relay - 0423 677 767Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here. Equity and DiversityThe Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, and youth.If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact HR Recruitment team on 0432 830 476 or via HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.
