This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026
Kelmscott Senior High School (SHS) is going through an exciting period of positive growth, change and innovation and this is an aspiring Media and Communication Officer opportunity to drive this change. The school offers Department of Education endorsed Specialist Programs in Agriculture and Music, Gifted & Talented Secondary Selective Entrance Program and a range of Kelmscott academic extension programs in Mathematics, Science, English and Humanities & Social Sciences.
Find out more about our school by visiting kshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
As the Media and Communications Officer, you will play a key role in promoting the school’s identity and achievements. You should have a strong interest in social media and be confident in creating a range of communication materials to support marketing activities, events and whole-school initiatives. The role includes maintaining and updating the school’s website, social media channels and related software to ensure content is accurate, current and engaging.
The successful applicant will ideally build and maintain positive relationships with print and digital media outlets, as well as key internal and external stakeholders. You will actively seek opportunities to enhance the school’s online presence and extend the reach of our communications within the school community and through our Alumni network.
We are seeking someone who is ideally highly organised, detail-oriented and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Experience in school event planning and management will be highly regarded. You should be confident in photography and video production, and in managing a large image library. Experience in graphic design and the use of Adobe software such as InDesign, Canva, Illustrator and Photoshop will be highly regarded.
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 Marta Pitaro, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9495 7400 or emailing Marta.Pitaro@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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated well developed skills in using a range of social media platforms to promote the school to students, parents and the wider community.
- Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including the ability to proofread, edit and prepare material for publication in various styles and formats and for a range of audiences.
- Demonstrated well developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build effective relationships and networks with internal and external customers.
- Demonstrated well developed research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to think clearly and solve problems autonomously.
- Demonstrated initiative and well developed organisational skills with the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment to meet conflicting timeframes.
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/SS1043995
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 Tuesday, 2 June 2026
