School Officer

Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS889242

This is a (6) six month fixed term (0.7FTE) commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency.

Eden Hill Primary School (PS) is seeking a friendly School Officer to join their team.

As School Officer you will be the first point of contact for our school and will be responsible for completing administrative duties including greeting all visitors, answering the telephone, and responding to routine enquiries and requests for information. Suitable applicants should have a friendly, positive, and caring attitude and possess the qualities to promote excellence within our school.

In this role, your duties will include assisting the Manager Corporate Services in the daily financial aspects of the school. The successful applicant should coordinate financial tasks including processing of electronic funds transfer (EFT) payment batches, invoicing, cash management. Knowledge of school base systems such as Integris, RM Finance and Student Information System (SIS) would be desirable.

Eden Hill PS centres on a positive school culture and is a Positive Behaviour School with the core values of Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe and Caring, and Be a Learner. These values are at the core of what we do and are expected from all students and staff. We provide a very supportive working environment and always look to support the professional development and well-being of staff and students.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

• Experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns.
• Ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.

Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (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.

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Application Instructions

All 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 two to three (2-3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to two (2) 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 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

• Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance 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 any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
• Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
• Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course; and
• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.

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

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday, 22 May 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.