School Officer

School Officer Branch : Kenwick School Division : Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Salary : Level 1, $62,134 - $70,734 per annum (pro-rata) (DOE (SSO) CA 2024) Work Type : Permanent - Full Time FTE : Location : Kenwick Closing Date : 2025-11-24 4 : 30 PM Attachments : -

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

Kenwick School is an independent public school (IPS) that teaches students aged 4 to19 years, with wide ranging special educational needs. These include severe to profound intellectual disabilities, sensory and physical impairments, as well as other complex medical and behavioural conditions.

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The Role

The School Officer is responsible for reception duties, including greeting visitors, answering the telephone, and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information in an efficient and friendly manner. They provide general clerical and administrative support, including preparing correspondence, newsletters, notices, and other materials in a timely manner.

They also distribute and collect documents, forms, and mail, collect and receipt monies, operate and maintain office equipment, input data and generate reports, arrange catering for school functions, make travel arrangements for staff, assist with maintenance of school facilities, and support student-related activities such as maintaining attendance records and assisting with student enrolment procedures. They also assist the Manager Corporate Services with the induction and training of school support staff and recruitment processes and maintain staff records and contact relief staff as directed.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

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.

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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 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 three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated experience in providing general office administrative support with ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.

Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.

Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.

Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work 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.

Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SS1007533

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

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.

Position Title School Officer Agency Department of Education Salary Location Kenwick Unit / Division Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Branch Kenwick School Work Type Permanent - Full Time Position No. 00012843 Closing Date Position Title School Officer Branch Kenwick School Location Kenwick Work Type Permanent - Full Time Position No. 00012843 Salary Closing Date Agency Department of Education Description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026

Kenwick School is an independent public school (IPS) that teaches students aged 4 to19 years, with wide ranging special educational needs. These include severe to profound intellectual disabilities, sensory and physical impairments, as well as other complex medical and behavioural conditions.

Find out more about our school by visiting or .

The Role

The School Officer is responsible for reception duties, including greeting visitors, answering the telephone, and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information in an efficient and friendly manner. They provide general clerical and administrative support, including preparing correspondence, newsletters, notices, and other materials in a timely manner.

They also distribute and collect documents, forms, and mail, collect and receipt monies, operate and maintain office equipment, input data and generate reports, arrange catering for school functions, make travel arrangements for staff, assist with maintenance of school facilities, and support student-related activities such as maintaining attendance records and assisting with student enrolment procedures. They also assist the Manager Corporate Services with the induction and training of school support staff and recruitment processes and maintain staff records and contact relief staff as directed.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

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 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must :

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 three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated experience in providing general office administrative support with ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.

Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.

Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.

Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work 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.

Advertised Vacancy Number : IPS / SS1007533

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

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.

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