Ignite your passion and join the extraordinary team at Penrhos College, where courage starts here, and possibilities are endless! As a staff member, you'll be at the forefront of bringing our strategic vision to life, creating a transformative experience for both students and yourself.
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At Penrhos, we believe in breaking through barriers and empowering individuals to forge their own path. With a commitment to "no ceilings," we encourage you to reach new heights and unleash your full potential. Here, you'll find an innovative and dynamic environment where collaboration and teamwork are celebrated, and where your unique contributions are valued and recognised.
We understand that excellence lies within each individual, and as a leading Western Australian school, we are dedicated to nurturing and developing your expertise. You'll have access to a range of professional experiences and activities directly relevant to education, ensuring continuous growth and enrichment.
But it's not just about work; we also prioritise your wellbeing and happiness. Our cooperative and supportive culture creates a nurturing community where finding the fun is encouraged. With additional leave provisions, including extra-long weekends and a dedicated staff wellbeing day, you'll have the opportunity to recharge and rejuvenate.
Join us at Penrhos College, where every day is an adventure, and together, we'll be a force for good. Take the courageous step and embark on an exciting journey that will shape lives and make a lasting impact.
Current Vacancies
Maintenance, Transport & Pool Person
We currently have availability for two hard working and team orientated individuals to join our team in the roles of Maintenance, Transport and Pool Person. This role will assist in the general maintenance of the College buildings and facilities, oversee the maintenance of the College’s pool and will also support staff and students in the driving of the College bus fleet.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Providing general maintenance support for the College
- Daily operation of the pool plant room regarding filtration, circulation and water control
- Maintenance of pool water in accordance with Health Department Regulations
- Undertaking repairs and installations
- Assisting with the setup of events
- Supporting deliveries around the College campus
- Contributing to the maintenance, upkeep and cleaning of machinery and equipment.
- Transporting students and staff to excursions and sporting commitments on evenings, weekends and during school hours as required.
- Maintenance and upkeep of the College’s fleet.
We have both full-time (1.0 FTE) and part-time roles available to commence as soon as possible.
The successful applicant(s) will have:
- MR License with an F Class Endorsement, or HR License or willingness to obtain
- Aquatic Technical Operator Qualifications (Chlorine & Gas) will be highly regarded.
- Current National Police Clearance and Working with Children card (WWC) –– or the ability to obtain.
- Commitment to the College’s Core Shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy
The College offers full training, professional development and a supportive environment for applicants with a willingness to learn and grown within a team.
For further information please see the Position Statement.
How to Apply
Your Application must include:
Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae: Outline your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position, include the dates/period of employment, and a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions held.
Work-related referees: Please provide two current work-related referees.
Please send through your application in one document to applications@penrhos.wa.edu.au
Casual IGSSA Sports Coaches, various roles to commence in Term 1 2025
The College is seeking expressions of interest from enthusiastic and experienced Sports Coaches to support our IGSSA Sports program in 2025.
Our casual sports coaches are required to attend one training session and one game per week in support of one of the below IGSSA sports.
Term 1 AFL & Volleyball
Term 2 Hockey & Netball
Term 3 Soccer & Basketball
Term 4 Cricket, Softball, Waterpolo & Tennis
The successful applicants will have:
- Previous experience in Sports Coaching
- Commitment to the College’s Core Shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy
- Commitment to the safeguarding of students and providing a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment.
ON OFFER
- Competitive salary package – depending on skills and experience
- Excellent working environment and state-of-the-art facilities
- Free parking
How to Apply:
- Please submit your Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, along with an indication of which sport(s) you would be interested in coaching.
- Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.
Please send through your application in one document to applications@penrhos.wa.edu.au or by clicking the “Apply Now” button on SEEK.
Junior School Relief Pool, commencing Term 1 2025
Our Junior School is currently seeking expressions of interested from passionate and experienced individuals to join our Relief Pool. Applications from both Junior School Teachers and Education Assistants are encouraged.
As a member of the Junior School Relief Pool, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our teachers to curate an environment for our students which fosters a sense of fun, adventure, and the aspiration to be a force for good.
The following criteria are essential:
- TRBWA for Teaching Staff or an Education (Teachers’) Assistant Certificate qualification from a recognised education institution or demonstrated studies in areas such as teaching, psychology, or allied health.
- Current Federal Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a member of a team.
- Commitment to the College’s Core Shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy.
- Commitment to providing students with a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment.
How to Apply
Your Application must include:
- Cover letter: stating why you are applying for the position and providing evidence of your key skills and experience for this position. (Maximum 2 pages)
- Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions.
- Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees. It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. You may include one personal referee as well.
Submission of Application: When submitting your application please combine your cover letter and resume into one document to upload.
Please send through your application in one document to applications@penrhos.wa.edu.au
Education Assistants (Junior & Secondary) - 12-Month Contract, Full-time & Part-time Opportunities
At Penrhos, we have an audacious vision for our future – to revolutionise girls’ education so we can all live a future without boundaries. As part of that vision, we seek staff who are innovative, enthusiastic, and ready to consider new ways of doing things, for the benefit of our students.
As a leader in girls’ education, Penrhos makes four key commitments:
- We see no ceilings – only sky.
- We encourage our students to make their own adventure,
- We always look to find the fun; and
- We foster an aspiration for students and staff to be a force for good.
We believe Courage Starts Here – and seek to embed this across all aspects of the College.
We are a Uniting Church Day and boarding school for girls, Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 located in Como, close to the river and Perth CBD. You can read more about our strategic direction and what it means to us here.
We are currently looking for caring and experienced Education Assistants, to work in both the Junior and Secondary Schools, to join our established teams. These roles are either a full-time or part-time Education Assistants, working a 12-month maximum term contract. The roles commence 28 January 2025.
All members of our school community are encouraged to find the fun in each day – together, we celebrate the joy of curiosity, exploration and discovery in building learning adventures for life.
The successful candidates will have a passion for providing pastoral and educational support to students either in the early years, Junior School or the Secondary School.
The successful applicants will have:
- Education (Teachers’) Assistant Certificate qualification from a recognised education institution or demonstrated/ongoing study in relevant areas such as teaching, psychology, or allied health.
- Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to gain).
- Current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWCC)
(or willingness to gain). - Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a member of a team.
- Commitment to the College’s Core Shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy.
- Commitment to providing students with a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment.
For further details, please view the position statements below:
Applications close at 8am on Monday 6 January 2025.
HOW TO APPLY
Your application must be provided in one document, and include:
- Cover letter: Please submit a cover letter; stating why you are applying for the position and providing your contact details. (Maximum 3 pages).
- Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education, and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history, summarise the key achievements and responsibilities for each position.
- Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees. It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. You may include one personal referee as well.
When submitting your application please combine your cover letter & resume into one document.
Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing
All children and young people who come to Penrhos College have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
We have a zero tolerance policy for child abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in students’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm.
The College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintaining a child safe culture.
Each member of the College community has a responsibility to understand the importance and specific role that they play individually and collectively to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all students is at the forefront of all that they do and every decision that they make.
Only persons with unlimited rights to work in Australia need apply.
No agency calls please. Applications will not be accepted through recruitment agencies.
Disclaimer: Penrhos reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.
Important Collection Notice for Job Applicants
Child Protection Program and Child Safe Policy
