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Student Services Support Officer

This is a permanent full time position commencing Term 3, 2026.

At Cannington Community College, our purpose is to empower students to contribute positively to society and to shape their futures using knowledge and skills developed in partnership with families and the wider community. Cannington Community College's PBS values are at the heart of all we do. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment that allows our students to be Considerate, Aspiring, Responsible and Engaged.

What a wonderful position we are in to make that happen! As a purpose-built College, enrolling 830 students, we support children through Kindergarten to Year 10 to help them achieve their goals.

Find out more about our school by visiting Cannington Community College or Schools Online.

The Role

The Student Services Support Officer plays a vital part in delivering a responsive and effective student support service by coordinating a range of administrative functions within the Student Services team. Suitable applicants should manage reception duties, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and identify student needs to ensure timely referrals to appropriate support staff. They maintain student databases and records, and support the operation of systems related to attendance, behaviour, and personal data. A key aspect of the role involves generating reports and correspondence, contributing to strategy development, and supporting the Principal and Student Services team with accurate and timely information.

In addition to core administrative responsibilities, the role includes developing materials and ensuring compliance with departmental procedures. The position requires collaboration across school teams, providing support for events, excursions, and special projects as needed. Ideally, suitable applicants will display commitment to confidentiality, efficiency, and continuous improvement in administrative processes, helping to foster a well-organised and student-focused environment.

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 Beverley Cuthbert, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9351 2400 or emailing Beverley.Cuthbert@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:

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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability in using computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
  • Demonstrated effective planning and organisational skills and experience in providing administrative support.
  • Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills including application of customer service principles and practices.

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/SS1048217

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 29 June 2026