Start your local government career while completing Year
11 and 12 through the City of Wanneroo's School Based Traineeship
Program.
• Paid school based traineeship while completing Year 11
and 12
• One day per week (Thursday) contributing towards
WACE
• Complete PSP***** Certificate
II in Government
Gain real workplace experience across the City of
Wanneroo
Paid school based traineeship while completing
Year 11 and 12
About the position
The School Based Traineeship is part of the Futures@Wanneroo
Employment Programs and provides **** Year 11 students with an
entry-level pathway into local government.
Over 18 months, trainees
work part time across the City while continuing their studies in
Years 11 and 12, gaining practical workplace experience, building
confidence and developing skills for future employment.
Trainees work one day per week (Thursday), which contributes
towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE),
and complete the nationally recognised PSP***** Certificate II in
Government.
They will gain an introduction to working in local
government and develop foundation skills in workplace
communications, administration, teamwork, customer service and
public sector responsibilities.
About you
We are looking for motivated **** Year 11 students who are
interested in learning about local government, developing workplace
skills and contributing to the community.
You will be curious,
reliable, willing to learn and comfortable working with different
people across a qualified workplace.
This opportunity is suited to students who can commit to working
one day per week (Thursday) while completing Years 11 and 12 and
working towards the Certificate II in Government.
About the City of Wanneroo
The City of Wanneroo is a diverse, community-focused organisation
where your work makes a real impact not just for our residents, but
for the people you work alongside.
We're proud of our inclusive




culture and the many perspectives that shape it.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
to apply and bring their voice to local government.
If you value
purpose, collaboration and a team that welcomes you for who you
are, you will feel at home here.
Why work for the City of Wanneroo
•
Future youth talent for the City
•
The City is committed to building a diverse
workforce that reflects our community.
•
School based trainees bring fresh ideas, energy
and new perspectives to our organisation.
•
The program supports a future talent pipeline
for a wide range of occupations across the City.
•
Students are encouraged to explore how their
interests and strengths could translate into a meaningful career in
local government.
Benefits
•
5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for
part-time)
•
2 paid Wellness Days
•
12 weeks paid parental leave
•
Access to additional leave types: Reproductive
Health, Cultural/Ceremonial, Family Responsibility and Family &
Domestic Violence Leave
•
Ability to purchase or cash out leave, depending
on your needs
Genuine Flexibility
•
This is a part-time position working 1 day per
week (7.6 hours per week)
•
Start and finish times can be adjusted within a
7am–7pm span, depending on the team needs
Stability with Mobility
•
Long Service Leave is portable across WA local
governments
•
Personal leave may be recognised if you move to
another LGA
•
Permanent roles, strong internal mobility, and
sector-wide credibility
•




A comprehensive development program with
internal capability frameworks and access to funded external
courses, workshops, and study leave
Perks & Support
•
Up to 15% superannuation with matching
•
Free on-site parking
•
Thoughtfully designed workspaces with sit-stand
desks, natural light, and spots to collaborate.
•
Modern end-of-trip facilities including showers,
lockers, and secure bike storage
•
Discounted memberships to our award-winning gym
and leisure centres
•
An active social club with regular events
Interested
The City is hosting an information session for students,
parents/guardians and school VET Coordinators to learn more about
the program, Certificate II in Government and workplace
rotations.
Information session:
School Based
Traineeships
Date:
Wednesday, 19 August ****
Time:
4:30pm
Location:
City of Wanneroo – Civic Centre - 23
Dundebar Road, Wanneroo
We invite students, parents/guardians and school VET
Coordinators to register their attendance
HERE.
Reference Number:
******
Close Date:
14 September ****
For further information regarding the program, visit the City of
Wanneroo website or contact Kathy Stawarz, Organisational
Development Business Partner on **************.
Applicants may be required to undergo a drug and alcohol test to
determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this
position.
All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo
are required to declare any secondary employment and private
activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be
appropriately managed.
To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in
Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no
older than 3 months.
Attachments:
- Futures@Wanneroo School Based Traineeship Program Application Form.pdf
- JDF School Based Traineeship June ****.pdf

📌 School Based Trainee (Western Australia)
🏢 City of Wanneroo
📍 Western Australia