Technical And Administration Support Officer

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS882270

This is a permanent part-time (0.3FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2024

East Butler Primary School (PS) is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Technical and Administration Support Officer to join our team.

The successful applicant should use their excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with the Department of Education ICT Support to resolve hardware, software and network related issues and provide training, advice and support to staff on desktop and software applications. Time management and flexibility skills are key to ensure all duties are attended in a timely manner.

To be successful in this role, you should be able to work independently and, in a team, to assist with resource and equipment stocktakes, reporting and disposal of obsolete, surplus, or unserviceable resources and equipment, and assist with the management of school assets and coordinate and negotiate maintenance and repairs. Experience managing and maintaining websites and multimedia products will be highly advantageous.

East Butler PS is a small northern suburbs school who fosters an environment of strong leadership, open communication, diversity and inclusion. Our school is located 43 kilometres north of the Perth Central Business District (CBD). There is a strong emphasis on our students feeling safe and cared for at our school.

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):

• Sound verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with staff at all levels.
• Skills and experience in administering a computer network and software applications.
• Conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to develop innovative solutions to information technology problems.
• Sound organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and work with minimum supervision.

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 East Butler Primary School can be found by visiting eastbutlerps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information:

Please contact Suzanne Goulding, Manager Corporate Services by telephoning (08) 9561 77***or emailing ***************@education.wa.edu.au

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 four (4) 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 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 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:

• 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, 11 March 2024.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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