This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency

Port Hedland Primary School (PS) is in the Pilbara region and is located on the Port Hedland side of the Hedland area. We cater to students from Kindergarten to Year 6 within a friendly, supportive and welcoming environment.

Located attractively near the beach, Port Hedland PS is a school of choice in the Hedland area with an enrolment base of 490 students. Our families mainly encompass those employed in the mining industry and in professional positions in the region.

Our students have a range of opportunities to develop academically, socially and personally with the support and care of dedicated teachers and school staff working with families.

Further information about living and working in Port Hedland is available from:

• Town of Port Hedland’s website
• Destination Port Hedland
• We Are a Port Town video

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

The Role

Port Hedland PS is seeking an organised, vibrant and friendly library officer with strong interpersonal skills to join their friendly team.

The successful applicant will provide general clerical and library support, including preparing correspondence and booking equipment and facilities. They will maintain the resources and environment of the school library including creating vibrant displays to encourage reading, promote school activities and support the learning outcomes of students. They will operate library systems which ensure library records are up-to-date and library resources are maintained and processed so they are accessible and available to students, staff, and parents at all times.

They will deal with enquiries and guide students, staff, and parents in locating library resources and information. Knowledge of how to run and manage a budget, including the purchasing of relevant stock and required licenses is highly regarded. Capacity to manage and resolve school IT projects and issues would also be highly regarded. Experience with the Oliver database, website management and Schools Catalogue Information Service (SCIS) accessioning whilst not essential would also be well regarded.

We highly value applicants who are team players with a ‘can do’ attitude and are able to work collaboratively with teachers, to upskill students in library research as well as instilling a love of literature and reading. We are seeking an individual that is keen to not only make our library a vibrant and welcoming space for students and parents but also someone that wants to be part our whole school community.

The successful applicant will support our shared school vision and values; and be willing to engage the community in the life of the school.

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 Karen Burgess, Principal on (08) 9174 6000 or email [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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

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:

1. A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position

2. A two (2) page statement addressing only the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF

1. Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.

3. Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.

4. Demonstrated ability to provide administrative support and organise and prioritise tasks effectively.

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 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS973077

Suitable 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.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 16 June 2025