This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026
Balcatta Senior High School is situated in the northern suburbs of Perth. As an Independent Public School, we make decisions at the local level to ensure our students have opportunities for success and to better meet the needs of our school community. We have a long and rich history of providing students with an inclusive and enriching educational experience, embracing diversity, and valuing difference. Our teachers and support staff know their students and are committed to creating a positive, engaging learning experience where students can achieve their full potential.
We provide many opportunities and programs for students to develop, enhance and exhibit attitudes and values which allow them to develop into competent, confident, and caring young adults who promote a healthy lifestyle in themselves and in others, and who can take their place in the community.
Find out more about our school by visiting balcattashs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The First Aid Officer is the primary contact for the management and administration of First Aid in the School. The successful applicant would contribute to the health and welfare of students, staff, and volunteers 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. Skills and experience in supporting or providing first aid is highly desired.
The successful applicant's duties would consist of supervising students with self-administration of prescribed medication as documented, as well as coordinating with parents/guardians to collect sick or injured students and remain with students until their parent/guardian arrives. The successful applicant would report and maintain a record of all injuries and illnesses where first aid has been provided and act as a central point for communication and coordination between first aiders.
The First Aid Officer should have a good standard of clerical and administrative skills to support the Student Services team, including maintaining student attendance, records and databases as well as managing processes to ensure staff first aid qualifications are maintained, ordering of resources, and maintaining confidentiality. The role requires sound interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with students, staff, and families in emergency situations.
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 Mirella Barilla, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9345 8200 or emailing Mirella.barilla@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Mirella Barilla on 0417 954 508.
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 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
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- Demonstrated relevant knowledge and expertise in First Aid and associated qualifications
- Demonstrated sound interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels and in emergency situations.
- Demonstrated experience in effective record management, activity recording and ability to use a range of software applications.
- Demonstrated sound organisational skills to develop effective administrative practices with the ability to work independently and to seek support when required, and implement recommendations
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/SS989707
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 Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
