Network Support Officer

Branch: Baynton West Primary School

Division: Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region

Salary: Level 3, $81,448 - $87,376 per annum (pro-rata) (DOE (SSO) CA 2024)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Part Time

FTE: 0.7

Location: Baynton

Closing Date: 2025-11-18 4:30 PM

This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.7 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension

The ‘Baynton West Way’ has become a way of life for many of our students and staff. Integrity, innovation, dedication and caring are our key guiding beacons, and our school vision of, ‘Children are at the heart of our school’ embodies everything we do.

Our school staff are committed to building positive relationships, with the motivation to pursue excellence. Our dedicated and professional staff maintain an environment which supports each child every day to achieve their personal best. Staff employ evidence-based strategies within a defined whole-school approach to maximise the effect they have on student learning. In addition, we constantly aim to deliver the highest standards of pastoral care and support services in order to enable our students to thrive.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.bwps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The Network Support Officer is responsible for providing front-line support to staff and students; ideally using their excellent knowledge of the computer network, programs and platforms to manage the day-to-day operations of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) devices.

They will provide support, advice and issue resolution – making use of an internal ticketing system to track/solve problems. The successful applicant will analyse network and system performance, proposing innovative solutions to maximise both educational and administrative outcomes. It is highly desired that the successful applicant has knowledge on managing shared sites.

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 Justine Passmore, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9187 6200 or emailing Justine.Passmore@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; and
• A statement of up to two (2) pages addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated knowledge of network systems and platforms relevant to the operating environment.
  2. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to the operational maintenance of Information Technology networks.
  3. Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to plan and implement data security procedures.
  4. Demonstrated verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external clients.
  5. Demonstrated practical experience in developing and implementing user-training procedures.

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/SS1006400

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, 18 November 2025