Business Support Officer

Overview

We are seeking to establish a pool of Business Support Officer for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. At Pine View Primary School (PS), we are proud to offer an inclusive and future-focused education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Since opening in 2021, Pine View has grown into a vibrant and caring community where every child is known, valued, and supported to reach their full potential. Our school model includes both a mainstream setting and a dedicated Education Support Program, enabling us to provide tailored learning pathways and inclusive practices that honour the diverse strengths of our students.

Find out more about our school by visiting Pineview Primary School or Schools Online.

The Role

The Business Support Officer assists the Manager Corporate Services in managing human resources, financial management, asset management, and administrative functions. Working knowledge of Compass events management is highly desirable. This role places significant emphasis on workforce management, training and support of administration staff, along with ensuring the accurate and timely payment of accounts in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

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 Sharyn Radford, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9523 3940 or emailing sharyn.radford@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:

1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application form, including details of two work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
2. Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
• A two to three page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF.
  • Demonstrated considerable experience providing input and effective support to the development, management, implementation and monitoring of business operations, systems and plans.
  • 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.

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/SS990829

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 3 September 2025.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Education Administration Programs

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