This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026.
Balcatta Senior High School (SHS) is situated in the northern suburbs of Perth. As an Independent Public School, we make decisions at the local level to ensure our students have opportunities for success and to better meet the needs of our school community. We have a long and rich history of providing students with an inclusive and enriching educational experience, embracing diversity, and valuing difference. Our teachers and support staff know their students and are committed to creating a positive, engaging learning experience where students can achieve their full potential.
We provide many opportunities and programs for students to develop, enhance and exhibit attitudes and values which allow them to develop into competent, confident, and caring young adults who promote a healthy lifestyle in themselves and in others, and who can take their place in the community.
Find out more about our school by visiting balcattashs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and values‐driven Executive Assistant to provide high‐level administrative and executive support to the Principal and Executive leadership. This role is the central coordination point of the Principal's office and requires professionalism, discretion and sound judgement to support effective leadership, governance and daily school operations.
Key responsibilities include managing complex term planners, correspondence and enquiries; coordinating meetings, events and school functions; providing secretariat support to school‐based committees and the School Board, preparing agendas, recording minutes and tracking actions; supporting school communications and reporting through document preparation, intranet updates, data collation for reports; and the secure management of records, filing systems and confidential information. Additional duties include organising school functions and providing administrative support for special projects and whole‐school initiatives.
The successful applicant will ideally have strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills, excellent organisation and time management, the ability to prioritise in a fast‐paced environment, sound administrative experience, strong IT skills (including Microsoft Office, Integris, Compass, SOBS, DAM, TRBWA and WWCC), attention to detail, and a collaborative approach. A proven ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders is highly important.
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.
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;
* 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).
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 15 May 2026
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