Overview
Information Systems - Examinations, Certification and Testing (ECT) are seeking to establish a pool of Senior Consultant - Systems Analyst – Programmers for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2025 and up to the end of October 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, 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 to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.
The Role
Senior Consultants lead analysis and design for new or updated systems, contributing technical and programming expertise alongside analytical, research, and mathematical skills to ensure successful implementations for the Authority. The role involves coordinating projects within the Information Systems section and managing system development, documentation, quality assurance, application security, and change control standards.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance including working from home or remote, flexible hours and part-time arrangements.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
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.
- 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.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work-related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
2. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- A three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF, including:
- Demonstrated experience in a systems analyst role with advanced programming skills and knowledge in database administration and development.
- Demonstrated substantial project management experience, including coordinating system investigation, analysis, design, development, testing, implementation and support with effective change control.
- Demonstrated strong conceptual, analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to consult with and support users and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated highly developed organisational skills to manage deadlines and work independently or in a team.
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 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 10 October 2025.
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Part time
Job function
- Information Technology
- Industries: Education Administration Programs
Note: This description may include standard recruitment language and related notices. For the purposes of this posting, the primary focus is the Senior Consultant - Systems Analyst – Programmer role and its requirements.
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📌 Senior Consultant - Systems Analyst - Programmer
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 City of Canning