Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS742863
This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2022
Mount Hawthorn Primary School (PS) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Library Officer to join their friendly team.
The Library Officer will provide excellent customer service to our school community and manage working in a fast paced school environment. They will provide library support to our leadership team, staff, and students in the school. They will exemplify the school’s vision, business plan and strategic directions across the school community.
The successful applicant will ideally exhibit excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and staff. They should be able to work within a fast paced and team environment.
At Mount Hawthorn PS our school vision is to provide a safe, caring, and stimulating environment where every student is supported and challenged to achieve their potential. We celebrate and value their efforts, their progress, and their success. We provide high quality learning opportunities for our students to reach their potential. We are a high performing school that continues to look for ways “to be better” and has developed a culture of ongoing improvement.
Mount Hawthorn PS opened in 1906 commencing with 43 students and is located in the suburb of Mount Hawthorn (North Metropolitan Education Region). We became an Independent Public School in 2012 and now have over 900 students.
As citizens of Mount Hawthorn PS, we have core values of:
- Cooperation
- Persistence
- Responsibility
- Organisation
- Following Instructions
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
- Ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
- Ability to provide administrative support and organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Mount Hawthorn Primary School can be found by visiting mounthawthornps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Traceyanne Mutua-Muasya, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9338 0550 or emailing Traceyanne.Mutua-Muasya@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
Eligibility and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA. Employees working in, or attending school sites are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the policy. More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces (www.wa.gov.au)
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday, 1 June 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
