School Officer

We are seeking to establish a pool of School Officers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Noranda Primary School (PS) is a vibrant learning environment for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in the suburb of Noranda. With a student population of over 360 students, we cater for students with a diverse range of cultural and language backgrounds.

We are an Independent Public School and use this autonomy to provide the best learning experiences and opportunities for our students to succeed. Important features of Noranda PS include our comprehensive specialist subjects' program, consistent whole school approaches in core subject areas and pastoral care, as well as our focus on student leadership development. Effective curriculum planning and a distributed leadership model provides the basis for quality instruction guided by the Western Australian Curriculum.

Find out more about our school by visiting norandaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

We are seeking dynamic, organised and people-focused School Officers to join our team.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy environment, takes pride in their work and brings a strong sense of professionalism to every interaction.

The School Officer plays a vital role in supporting the financial and administrative operations of Noranda PS. They are responsible for managing financial processes such as account and GST coding, invoice processing, and reconciliation of financial records. The role may also includes supporting month-end procedures, including banking and maintaining data accuracy, as well as assisting with financial planning and budgeting by collating and reporting key data.

In addition to financial duties, the School Officer oversees asset and facilities management, which involves coordinating the out-of-hours use of school facilities, organising maintenance and repairs, and maintaining asset registers and security systems. Furthermore, the School Officer will support the induction and coordination of administrative staff, including relief staff, and contributes to a positive and efficient school environment.

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 Amanda McCormack, Principal on (08) 9218 15***or emailing ***************@education.wa.edu.au

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 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check 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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

2. Demonstrated experience in financial processes and procedures, including the handling of debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and /or preparing financial returns.
3. Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
5. Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.

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 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1063416

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 11 September 2026