School Officer

We are seeking to establish a pool of School Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Our vision is that ‘We inspire all students in a culturally responsive, supportive environment and encourage opportunities for success’. Our school values are “We are respectful, we are resilient, and we build positive relationships”.

Westminster Education Support Centre (ESC) is a dynamic and vibrant school providing a safe, friendly student-focussed learning environment for our students. We offer various programs designed to develop our students' needs academically, socially and emotionally.

We share a campus with Westminster Primary School. This provides our students with an opportunity for integration and inclusion, through participation in whole school activities and the chance to take part in mainstream classes.

Find out more about our school by visiting Westminster ESC or Schools Online

The Role

Ideally, we are seeking highly capable School Officers for a prominent front-facing role that demands excellent interpersonal and communication skills. As the first point of contact for our school, you will provide accurate advice and empathetic support to parents, students, staff, and community members.

A key requirement for this role is demonstrated experience in supporting families who have children with disabilities, with an understanding of the sensitivity, confidentiality, and care required in these interactions.

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Undertake reception duties and maintain a welcoming and professional front office.
• Manage student enrolment procedures and associated administrative processes.
• Assist with financial operations, including handling debtors and creditors, performing reconciliations, and preparing financial returns.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Department of Education requirements.

Skills and Attributes

Proficiency in Compass and the Student Information System (SIS), strong attention to detail, and accurate data entry skills are highly valued. Suitable applicants will demonstrate:

• A commitment to quality customer service and administrative excellence.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong initiative, sound judgement, and the capacity to meet deadlines.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and a commitment to supporting an inclusive school community.
• Familiarity with school-based systems such as Integris, RM Finance, and SIS is desirable and it would further strengthen your ability to contribute meaningfully to our administrative operations.

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 Carmen Lopez, Principal on (08) 9413 5000 or emailing carmen.lopez@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 three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Demonstrated experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns.
  • Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
  • Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.

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/SS1005302

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 10 November 2025