Greenwood Primary School (PS), (previously Allenswood and East Greenwood Primary Schools) is located in the northern suburbs of Perth.Each member of our widely experienced staff is committed to providing a safe and stimulating environment for our students. We are supported by a school psychologist and chaplain who promote health and wellbeing within a positive school culture. A strong values program exists within the school to support our vision of enabling students to become valued and responsible members of society.Greenwood PS is multicultural with over twenty home languages spoken. We recognise and respect the cultures of all families. This is demonstrated during our acknowledgement of Harmony Day each year.Find out more about our school by visiting orThe RoleWe are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person as we undergo a major transformation. We are in the process of purchasing new library shelving and completing a comprehensive library refit.As part of this exciting project, we will also be generifying our library collection and moving towards a more user-friendly, genre-based layout to enhance accessibility and discoverability for our students.The successful applicant will ideally develop and support the day-to-day operations of the library and provision of reference, information and associated services to teaching staff and students. They would administer library systems which ensure library records and other school stock are up to date, maintained and processed so they are always accessible and available to students and staff. The successful applicant should ideally conduct library skills training and demonstrate the use of library systems and equipment.Working collaboratively with staff and responding to the cultures and interests of students, the successful applicant would ideally prepare stimulating and topical library displays, connect purchasing with curriculum initiatives and engage the community in school-based literacy events. Knowledge of how to run and manage a budget, including the purchasing of relevant stock and required licenses is 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 Jai Shadbolt, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9352 2750 or by emailingEquity and DiversityWe 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 for more details.EligibilityTo 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 InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include:
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spread sheets and word processing.
Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
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/SS988749Suitable 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.
