We are seeking to establish a pool of Business Support 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 1, 2028. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Ocean Reef Senior High School (SHS) was the Excellence in Teaching and Learning – Secondary category winner in the 2025 WA Education Awards. We are committed to ensuring every child is on a pathway to success. Through a high-performance culture, and staff efficacy, we nurture every student's talent. We foster the knowledge, skills, capabilities, attributes and values they will require for successful ongoing learning and life beyond school.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.oceanreef.wa.edu.au or Schools Online The Role

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated applicants to provide high quality administrative and customer focused support services within a dynamic and fast paced school environment. We currently have a range of opportunities across specialised administrative functions, including;

- Marketing and Communications
- Human Resources and Relief Coordination
- Curriculum Support
- Finance

Suitable applicants will play a key role in supporting the day to day operations of the school by delivering productive and professional business support services. They should be adaptable, proactive, and customer focused with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Suitable applicants should display strong organisational and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Knowledge of policies, procedures and legislation relevant to school and business operations, along with experience using Department of Education systems including SIS, RM Finance, RM Billing, HRMIS and Compass,



would be highly regarded. Previous experience in a school-based administrative or business support role is also desirable.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Natasha Harvey, Associate Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6206 2700 or [email protected]

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 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 three to four (3-4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated well developed financial management skills, including data analysis, interpretation and reporting, and the ability to provide recommendations.
- Demonstrated sound human resource management knowledge and skills, including the ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
- Demonstrated sound verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated sound conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to identify appropriate solutions.

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 readay 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/SS1061985

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 31 August 2026

📌 Business Support Officer (Perth)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Perth