Executive Support Officer

Branch: Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy

Division: School Curriculum and Standards

Salary: Level 3, $86,439 - $92,795 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)

This is a 8 month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing as soon as possible with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

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 to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.

The Executive Support Officer is a key administrative role that provides high-level executive and operational support to the Directorate. This position is responsible for managing confidential communications, correspondence, briefing notes, and reports while ensuring the smooth coordination of travel, accommodation, appointments, and enquiries. The officer will establish and maintain effective administrative business systems to enhance workflow efficiency and support officers in the Directorate with administrative matters. Additionally, the role involves monitoring work progress, conducting research, and managing deliverables to support the Directorate's strategic and operational functions.

In this role, the Executive Support Officer oversees the coordination of committees and working groups, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting minutes. The officer also manages complex administrative processes, maintains key stakeholder relationships, and ensures timely responses to enquiries from schools, education systems, and the broader community. Financial administration, record management, and compliance with departmental guidelines are key aspects of the position. By fostering collaboration within the Directorate and maintaining robust business systems, the Executive Support Officer plays a vital role in supporting the efficiency and effectiveness of the branch's operations.

We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working 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).

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 Mandy Hudson, Assistant Executive Director, Curriculum, Assessment and Strategic Policy on 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.
• 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).

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 being your current line manager.

Your application should include:

• A CV o f up to two (2) 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:
• Demonstrated knowle dge of and considerable experience in the delivery of administration support services, including the ability to provide executive support to senior managers.
• Demonstrated sound oral communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external key stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated sound written communication skills with the ability to prepare correspondence, minutes and briefing notes.
• Demonstrated sound research, conceptual, analytical and time management skills, including the ability to manage conflicting deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated well developed computer skills, including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets, word processing and experience using an electronic records management system.

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: DOE989133

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 24 October 2025