School Officer

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027.

Meadow Springs Education Support Centre (ESC) is an integrated specialist school that shares a site with Meadow Springs Primary School. Both schools were opened in 2012 and have been established with a positive approach to an inclusive learning community. At Meadow Springs ESC we are committed to providing a positive learning environment that promotes success for all students and gives every student the opportunity to reach their full potential

Meadow Springs ESC caters for students from Years K-6 who have an Intellectual Disability and/or Autism. Currently we have 98 students in our school from Kindergarten to Year 6. The Education Support Centre has 8 classrooms that are integrated throughout the Meadow Springs school site. At Meadow Springs our shared belief is that we are two schools but one School Community to which all staff, students and parents belong.

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The Role

We are seeking a dedicated, organised and enthusiastic School Officer to join our friendly administration team.

As a shared-site school, the office brings together staff from both Meadow Springs ESC and Meadow Springs Primary School. Our team works collaboratively and flexibly to provide high-quality administrative support and respond to the diverse needs of our combined school community.

As a School Officer, you will be the first point of contact for our school, providing a welcoming and professional service to students, families, staff and visitors. Working collaboratively with the administration team at Meadow Springs ESC and Meadow Springs Primary School, you will provide high-quality administrative support to meet the needs of our combined school community.

Your responsibilities will include greeting visitors, answering telephone enquiries, assisting on-site therapy services, taking minutes at School Board meetings, assisting with student enrolments and undertaking general administrative duties.

The successful applicant will ideally display a friendly, positive and caring attitude, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organisational abilities and attention to detail. You will ideally be flexible, reliable and able to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality and work effectively as part of a team. Confidence using databases, word processing and other software applications, with experience in SIS, Compass, RM Billing, RM Finance and HRMIS highly regarded.

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 Kay Heady, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9584 7450 or emailing .

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at during the advertising period.

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 CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A five (5) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF Demonstrated experience in providing effective administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively. Demonstrated experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns. Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing. Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills and experience in the application of customer service principles and practices. Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and 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.

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/SS1065862

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 Tuesday, 27 October 2027