This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026
Kensington Secondary School’s (SS) ethos is to prepare our young people for life beyond school.
We pride ourselves in being able to provide quality education to all our students in an environment that is welcoming, supportive and challenging. We work with a clear purpose to provide the best opportunities for young people with exceptional needs. Our programs are designed specifically to meet the individual needs of all students and to attain the best possible outcomes that prepare our young people for life beyond schooling.
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The Role
Kensington Secondary School is seeking to appoint a friendly, approachable, and highly motivated individual to the position of School Officer.
The School Officer is a key administrative role and serves as the first point of contact for our school community. Responsibilities include a range of front office duties such as welcoming visitors, answering telephone enquiries, and responding to routine requests for information in a professional and efficient manner. The successful applicant will demonstrate a positive, caring disposition and a commitment to supporting the smooth operation and excellence of the school.
In addition to administrative responsibilities, this role requires regular interaction with students and staff. The School Officer will engage respectfully with our students with disabilities and work collaboratively with the staff who support their education. As such, an understanding of, and a commitment to, inclusive and respectful communication with teenage students with disabilities is highly desirable.
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 Jarna Wright, Principal on (08) 64368450 or emailing Jarna.Wright@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 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
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated experience in providing general office administrative support with ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work 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/SS1041537
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, 25 May 2026
