Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS823321
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2023
Durham Road School is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative First Aid Officer to join our team.
The First Aid Officer is the primary contact for the management and administration of First Aid in the school. Suitable applicants will contribute to the welfare of students and staff by providing first aid as needed and within their level of training, experience, the Department’s provisions on first aid in the workplace, and the relevant Occupational Safety and Health Legislation.
The successful applicant will be the primary contact for the management and administration of first aid at the school. The First Aid Officer coordinates with parents/guardians to collect sick or injured students and supervises students with administration of prescribed medication, as documented.
Durham Road School is the largest Education Support School in Western Australia, catering for over 200 students with disabilities from Kindy through to Year 12. Each teacher's focus is on delivering high quality teaching and learning experiences using the latest innovation alongside current best practice techniques.
Our class sizes are small, with specialist teachers and education assistants across all phases of the school. We provide a targeted, differentiated curriculum based on the Western Australian Curriculum and Abilities Based Learning Education, Western Australia (ABLEWA), combined with a rich social environment designed to meet the individual learning needs of each child. We are committed to ensuring every student has a robust communication system.
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):
- relevant knowledge and expertise in First Aid and associated qualifications.
- sound interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels and in emergency situations.
- experience in effective record management, activity recording and ability to use a range of software applications.
- sound organisational skills to develop effective administrative practices with the ability to work independently and to seek support when required and implement recommendations.
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 Durham Road School can be found by visiting durhamroads.wa.edu.au/newsletter or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Linda Lane, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9238 0900 or emailing linda.lane@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 statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV 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:
- hold a current certificate in Occupational First Aid (HLTSS00068)
- 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 3 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 6 months of appointment
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 16 June 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
