Division: Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic PolicySalary: Level 2, $73,954 - $79,292 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part TimeThe Publications and Communication team are seeking to establish a pool of Desktop Publishers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2025 and up to the end of June 2026.
Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.The School Curriculum and Standards Division provides administrative and secretariat services for, and implements the decisions of, the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority).
The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students and students in international schools delivering the Western Australian Curriculum to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.The RoleDesktop Publishers contribute to the development of materials for print and online publication using Microsoft Word and desktop publishing software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, and in particular InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator and a range of other associated software.Sound communication and negotiation skills will be an asset when collaborating with team members to refine draft materials and resolve issues associated with producing a broad range of publications and providing technical desktop publishing support to writers and editors.In addition, suitable applicants will ideally have an excellent eye for detail and a creative approach to the design and development of materials and be able to maintain effective records and databases in accordance with record keeping policies.Applicants selected for interview will be asked to complete a short practical exercise as part of the interview process.Professional BenefitsWe are conveniently located inCanningtonand our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.Flexible working arrangements, which are genuinely considered to create healthy work–life balance, including working from home, flexible working hours and part-time arrangementsGenerous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leaveProfessional development opportunities and study leave/assistanceAccess to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)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 Rachel Hoare, Manager Publications and Communication on (08) 9273 6348 or by emailing ****** .We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and 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 being your current line manager.Your application should include:A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionA two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:Demonstrated experience in advanced desktop publishing skills in Adobe Creative Cloud in particular InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, and a range of other associated software.Demonstrated well-developed skills in formatting for print and online publication.Demonstrated verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to negotiate effectively with relevant internal key stakeholders at all levels.Demonstrated experience in working independently and in a team environment.Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise the management of workloads.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: DOE966093The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 9 May 2025
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