About the School
Join a Team that Makes a Difference – Become a School Officer at Narrogin Senior High School (SHS)
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and become part of a passionate, supportive school community? At Narrogin Senior High School, you’ll join a team where your contribution matters and your impact is valued.
We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, where every staff member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our students. Whether you’re experienced in school administration or looking to enhance your opportunity to make a real impact.
Why Narrogin?
Nestled in WA’s beautiful Wheatbelt region, just two hours from Perth, Narrogin offers the perfect blend of regional charm and professional growth. You’ll enjoy the support of a welcoming town, affordable living, and a school culture that values your impact.
What we offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- A dedicated and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing professional support and development
- Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to school operations and student success
The Role
We are seeking a motivated and highly organised School Officer to join our administrative team. This is a key support role, providing essential services that help ensure the smooth and efficient running of the school.
In this role, you’ll be the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors, helping to create a welcoming and professional front office environment. You’ll provide general administrative support, assist with financial tasks, and help manage school facilities and resources.
This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced setting, has strong attention to detail, and values being part of a supportive team that makes a difference.
Aspects of the role may include:
- Promoting a warm and welcoming environment in alignment with the school values.
- Is student focused, solutions oriented and professionally driven.
- Receiving and hosting guests with customer services that is aligned with our school values
- Providing administrative support to the front office and backup reception duties.
- Managing student matters with care and professionalism.
- Contributing to the overall administrative needs of the school
- Supporting the enrolment process when required
About the School
At Narrogin Senior High School, we’re more than just a place of learning, we’re a vibrant, inclusive community committed to excellence, innovation, and opportunity. As a truly comprehensive educational institution, we’re proud to be driving whole-school improvement through nationally recognised frameworks like Fogarty EDvance, National School Improvement, and Teaching for Impact. Our 2024 Business Plan sets a bold and focused direction, with one clear goal: to elevate student achievement and inspire lifelong success
Nestled in the heart of the Wheatbelt, our school serves students from across the region — including Boddington, Wickepin, Pingelly, and Wagin — creating a dynamic and diverse school culture. This broad catchment not only enriches our classrooms but also strengthens our role as a central pillar of education in the wider community.
We’re proud of our strong academic tradition, shaped by the values and aspirations of our community. With a long-standing commitment to the ATAR program (face to face), we support students aiming for university entrance while also offering a wide array of vocational and alternative pathways. Whether a student dreams of higher education, skilled trades, or creative industries, we tailor opportunities to meet their individual goals
Our iconic two-storey school building stands proudly atop the highest point in Narrogin, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape — a daily reminder of our mission to broaden horizons. Our facilities blend heritage charm with modern innovation, including:
- A state-of-the-art Hospitality Trade Training Centre with a student-run café
- A newly developed Administration building
- Purpose-built Music and Performing Arts centres that nurture creativity and expression
At Narrogin SHS, every student is known, valued, and supported. Our passionate staff provide personalised mentorship and guidance, helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally through our Advocacy Program. We actively encourage leadership, community involvement, and extracurricular engagement — building resilience, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging.
We believe every young person deserves the chance to succeed. That’s why we’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where students are empowered to reach their full potential and Advance with Integrity.
If you’re ready to make a difference and grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.nshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
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 Peter Trefort, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9881 93***or emailing *************@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Peter Trefort on 0477 387 ***.
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 of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- 1. Demonstrated experience in providing general office administrative support with ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
- 2. Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- 3. Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- 4. Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
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 41***for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS994730
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 Friday, 10 October 2025