Technical Support Officer

This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.1 FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible permanency Do you possess excellent communication skills and are ready to take on new challenges?

Capel Primary School (PS) is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their team in the role of Technical Support Officer. Capel PS is held in high regard by the local and wider community due to its achievements in student learning, quality teaching by the caring and professional staff and the shared beliefs we have with our active and supportive families. Students enrol at Capel PS because of its emphasis on educational excellence, warm friendly tone, value placed on good citizenship, commitment to school, pleasant surroundings and the variety of programs on offer. Find out more about our school by visiting capelprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

To be suitable for this role you should possess an understanding of how to assist with maintenance of Information Technology systems and equipment throughout the school including developing solutions to identified problems. You will encourage and promote a positive work environment, whilst proactively initiating change to current work practices. Applicants are encouraged to support whole school processes and collaborate with all staff to ensure the best outcomes for students.

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 Darren Simpson, Principal on (08) 9727 9100 or emailing Darren.Simpson@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 two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with staff at all levels.
  2. Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to develop innovative solutions to information technology problems.
  3. Demonstrated ability to install and maintain network systems incorporating the Internet and Electronic Mail.
  4. Demonstrated organisational skills to develop effective administrative practices and the initiative to work with minimum supervision.

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/SS1030575
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 Friday, 13 March 2026

Attachments:

• Information - Applying for Advertised Positions in Schools Jan24.pdf
• PUBLISHED JDF - Generic - Technical Support Officer - Schools - MIN L2 - Dec 2021.pdf
• applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf