Business Support Officer

Atwell College is seeking two (2) highly effective Business Support Officers (BSO) to join their friendly team.We currently have the following positions available:

• 1x - permanent full-time position – BSO Finance
• 1x – permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position – BSO Curriculum Support

All positions will commence Term 2, 2024The successful applicants will assist the Manager Corporate Services with a wide range of business operations including financial management and curriculum support services of the school’s operations. They will also assist in the preparation and monitoring of the school budget and develop and maintain business and information management systems.The BSO Financial Management and Curriculum Support will coordinate and support a range of internal and external processes. The complex nature of the roles will ideally require the successful applicant to be a hardworking individual, with highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The successful applicant should have exceptional organisational and time management skills and the ability to effectively work autonomously as required.The successful applicants should display a focus on teamwork, self-motivation and initiative as well as model effective customer service, administrative support and service delivery in order to assist the college in meeting its corporate and strategic business goals. They should also have excellent communication and organisational skills.The BSO Finance role at Atwell College has a strong focus on financial management. Knowledge of departmental policies in Finance, RM Finance, RM Billing, Assets and EOM procedures will be well regarded. The position will also provide support to the Manager Corporate Services in financial management of the college's business operations and systems as well as assist with the administration of the school’s facilities and organisation of staff. The successful applicants should be able to prioritise tasks effectively, work well under pressure and ideally have a strong knowledge of Microsoft suite products including Microsoft excel.The BSO is fundamental to the administrative operation of the College and should possess excellent interpersonal skills, combined with the ability to work both in a team environment and autonomously. With keen attention to detail and a willingness to be flexible, Business Support Officers will assist the Manager Corporate Services with a variety of projects including: the provision of senior finance advice and coordination; assistance with writing and submitting grant applications; coordination of office functions; coordinating relief for allied professional staff; and the provision of administrative support for the various systems used by the College.The BSO Curriculum Support will provide administrative, reporting, and timetabling support to the Principal, Deputy Principals and teaching staff. They will maintain and monitor a range of administrative and curriculum related databases to ensure integrity of school data, extract and generate reports, and provide data to the school administration team to enhance school operations.High level Information Computer Technology (ICT) skills, including the ability to use spreadsheets to manipulate data, and relevant knowledge, understanding and experience of Integris, Compass, Reporting to Parents (RTP), SCASA and SIRS reporting will all be highly regarded. Supporting timetable maintenance within Integris will be a key element of this role.Atwell College is a modern and progressive government secondary school in the suburb of Atwell, south of the Perth metropolitan area. The college has grown with the area and now accommodates approximately 1000 students from within the Atwell College intake area. Our combined purpose is to provide every student the opportunity to maximise their learning, achieve their potential and transition into a meaningful post school pathway in a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment. Multiple educational pathways provide direct connection and opportunity for further study at University, TAFE or other Training Organisations and Employment once students leave our college.This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

• Considerable experience providing input and effective support to the development, management, implementation and monitoring of business operations, systems and plans.
• Well developed financial management skills, including data analysis, interpretation and reporting, and the ability to provide recommendations.
• sound human resource management knowledge and skills, including the ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
• sound verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• sound conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to identify appropriate solutions.

Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.Further information about Atwell College can be found by visiting orAdditional information about Independent Public Schools is also availableFor further job related informationPlease contact Fiona Wilson, MCS, by telephoning (08) 6174 2203 or emailingApplication InstructionsAll applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.Your application should include:

• A three (3) statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.Eligibility and training requirementsEmployees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
• complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 10 June 2024APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINEPROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.