Professional Selection Criteria Writing Services
Selection Criteria Writers
For Government and Education across Western Australia.
State, Federal and Local Government Application Experts.
Written by Award Winning Respected Human Resources Professionals
Making Selection Criteria Understandable..... Writing it Right!
The first challenge many clients face with Government and education selection criteria is understanding what the panel is really asking. The wording can be vague, broad, or highly technical, and it’s not always clear what kind of evidence you’re meant to provide.
We’re experts at breaking this down. We explain what each criterion is really asking for and guide you through selecting the right examples to match. This step alone makes the process far less overwhelming.
Once you understand what’s needed, the next hurdle is writing it in the way panels expect. Selection criteria responses need to follow a structured approach and provide the right level of evidence, without becoming too long or missing key points. Many clients find this hard to do on their own.
That’s where we step in again, helping you turn your experience into clear, well-structured responses that meet application requirements. We’ll make sure your response answers the question, aligns with the framework or standards, and gives you a competitive edge.
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Selection Criteria
Work Related Requirements
Pitch
AITSL Statements
Why Evidence Important
Statements like ‘I’m passionate about delivering quality service’ or ‘I always take initiative’ are easy to write, but without real evidence behind them, they won’t carry weight with a selection panel.
Selection criteria responses are assessed on evidence. Panels look for clear examples that demonstrate you’ve applied the required skills, behaviours, or values, not broad claims or personal qualities.
Many applicants struggle with this. They either choose examples that don’t fit the criterion, or describe them too generally. Strong candidates are often overlooked because they haven’t shown the panel exactly what they need to see.
We help you select the right examples and write about them in a way that clearly demonstrates your capability and impact. It’s not about telling the panel what you can do, it’s about showing them where you’ve already done it.
For education applications, selection criteria are mapped to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Many applicants find it challenging to interpret what the Standards are asking for and how to align their examples to them and the school business plan. We help you unpack each domain, Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement, and select evidence that demonstrates how you meet the relevant standards and align to the school business plan/priorities. Your responses will not only meet the formal requirements but also reflect your capability as a teacher or leader.
It’s not about telling the panel what you can do, it’s about showing them where you’ve already done it.
Types of Selection Criteria
Not all selection criteria responses are written the same, and in WA Government and Education applications, the expectations can vary depending on the role, level, and agency/department/school.
You’ll see different terminology used across departments and schools, but in every case, the panel is looking for evidence that you meet the required skills, behaviours, and values for the role.
Here’s a quick overview of some of the types of criteria you may come across in WA applications.
Capability-Based Criteria
These criteria focus on the skills, behaviours, and knowledge required for the job. They are usually aligned to the WA Public Sector Capability Framework or agency-specific frameworks. Responses must provide clear, evidence-based examples that demonstrate how you meet the capability.
Values-Based Criteria
Values-based criteria are typically linked to their organisational values. Panels expect you to show how your professional conduct reflects these values in action, often through examples that demonstrate behaviours like respect, integrity, collaboration, and accountability.
Key Selection Criteria (KSC) - including AITSL Standards for Teachers
WA education applications typically require responses mapped to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. This includes demonstrating Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement. We also see KSC used in many WA local government roles and selected state government positions. These responses must be structured using methods such as SAO or STAR to provide clear evidence.
Essential & Desirable Criteria
In some applications, criteria will be divided into essential and desirable. Essential criteria must be addressed thoroughly. Where space allows, addressing desirable criteria can strengthen your application and show additional value to the panel.
Structuring Selection Criteria Responses Using SAO, STAR, and CAR.
When writing selection criteria responses, panels expect more than a list of duties or general statements. They want clear, evidence-based examples that show how you’ve applied the required skills and behaviours.
To do this effectively, responses are usually structured using methods such as STAR, SAO, or CAR. These frameworks help ensure your examples are presented in a clear, logical way that meets panel expectations.
STAR
Situation, Task, Action, Result
The most commonly used structure across Australia.
Situation – Set the context. You role and what was happening?
Task – What were you responsible for?
Action – What steps did you take?
Result – What was the outcome or impact?
STAR helps you show not only what you did, but also how and why it mattered.
SAO
Situation, Action, Outcome
Commonly used in WA Government and Education applications. SAO provides a more concise structure where space is limited or where the response is expected to be brief but outcome-focused.
Situation – The context or background.
Action – The steps you took.
Outcome – The result or impact of your actions.
CAR
Context, Action, Result
Another structured method often used in interviews and written responses.
Context – The situation or challenge.
Action – What you did to address it.
Result – What was achieved.
CAR is a simple, effective way to present evidence of your skills and capabilities in action.
How it works
Every government application is different, which is why we take a tailored, flexible approach. Our goal is to produce selection criteria responses that are specific to your role and ready to stand up to scrutiny.
accept and quote and pay to kick
off our process.
(email or phone or consult)
help you draw out the strongest
and most relevant evidence.
fully satisfied and confident before submission.
Curious about pricing?
Our selection criteria writing services typically start at $299 for one page of criteria, #499 for two pages and $599 for four pages. We also offer 500-word pitches or statements at $299.
As pricing depends on the role, the level of detail required, and the expectations, we recommend requesting a quote to confirm the cost for your specific application.
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