Network Administrator

Salary: Level 4, $99,134 - $104,044 per annum (pro-rata)

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Ready to join the Dalyellup College community?

Dalyellup College is part of a growing coastal community south of Bunbury. We are an independent public school in the Shire of Capel, established in 2009, serving approximately 600 students from Year 7 to Year 12. We view our role as vital to Dalyellup, and we partner with families to raise young people who are well prepared for their future.

Our moral purpose guides our practice and our decision making. We believe our students have great potential, and we ensure they thrive in a rich and nurturing environment. Our motto is Dream, Believe, Achieve.

Our aim is that students leave Dalyellup College confident, capable and prepared for adult life, with strong literacy and numeracy, the ability to think critically and creatively, well developed personal and social skills, respectful relationships, and clear pathway options for their future. That aim sits at the front of our four priorities, alongside a calm and nurturing learning environment, high-quality teaching in all classes, and leadership capability.

Staff here play an essential part in achieving those aims. Whether you teach, provide essential support behind the scenes, or build connections with our community, your work shapes what students leave with.

Find out more about our school by visiting [external link] or Schools Online.

The Role

The role of the Network Administrator is to maintain the school’s Information Technology network to maximise both educational and administrative outcomes, within the Departmental asset management and security regulatory framework. You will provide advice to administration staff on technical issues associated with the network system and provide technical support and training to all users. The Network Administrator will also provide input on system enhancements and implement new systems through research and identification of appropriate Information Technology resources.

Key responsibilities include assisting in maintaining Information Technology systems and equipment through the school including developing solutions to identified problems; provide training, advice and support to staff and students on desktop and software applications; research and identify appropriate software packages and other resources; assist with the installation and upgrading of Information Technology systems; and maintain accurate records of assets and resources.

Working at Dalyellup College

Every role at Dalyellup College contributes to student learning. Our support staff keep the school running, work alongside students and teachers, and make it possible for teaching to be the focus.

We are committed to creating a calm learning environment. We believe that consistency in the way we teach, reinforce and respond to our expectations is what makes that possible. Our expectations are the same for every student and every adult be responsible, be respectful, be your best. The routines we use to uphold them are agreed and used across the school, so students know what is expected of them wherever they are.

We are looking for someone who works well with young people and with the adults around them. You build respectful relationships, follow agreed processes, and communicate clearly with staff, students and families. You use your initiative, you are organised, and you can be relied on. You take part in the professional learning that supports your role, and you look for ways to do the work better.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Eileen Annandale, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9797 2000 or emailing [email protected].

During the school holidays, please contact Eileen Annandale on 0428 916 954.

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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A four to five (4-5) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the JDF
  1. Demonstrated skills and experience in administering a computer network and facilitating access to applications.
  2. Demonstrated knowledge of hardware, software and other information technology resources including software licensing and Information Technology copyright obligations and regulations.
  3. Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to work with limited supervision and prioritise duties in a demanding environment.
  4. Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills relevant to computer support.
  5. Demonstrated well-developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to consult and negotiate with users on issues relevant to network administration.
  6. Demonstrated well-developed written communication skills with the ability to develop and implement user-training procedures.

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 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1069341

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 Thursday, 29 October 2026