Administration Assistant

O CONNOR, ACT; North Canberra; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave 24 weeks

Parental leave 14 weeks

Professional development

FLOURISH wellbeing program

Cross-school transfers

Job summary

St Joseph's Primary School in Canberra invites applications for an Administrative Support Assistant. The role supports front office operations, maintains student records, and coordinates communications between staff, students and families to create a welcoming, well-organised environment.

This part-time role (27.5 hours per fortnight) offers a salary of $75,935 full-time equivalent plus super, with benefits including parental leave, development opportunities, and access to the FLOURISH wellbeing

Qualifications

• WWVP clearance required.
• Certificate II/III in a related field or experience in administrative role.
• Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead CACGEL policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain student records and front office files.
• Handle communication between staff, students and parents.
• Organise school events and coordinate schedules.
• Support leadership team with minor administration and policy compliance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate II/III

Job description

3d ago , from Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn

Salary Range:$75,935full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part-time | 27.5 hours per fortnight
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable

About St Joseph's Primary School

St Joseph’s Primary School is a welcoming school that nurtures and encourages a sense of community. We work towards individual and shared goals that promote growth and improvement for all. Our vision gives shape to how we work together to support students as they Learn, Be, Create and Collaborate. Our contemporary, research-based curriculum model encourages students to fully participate in their learning and challenge themselves to demonstrate skills and understandings in new contexts. With a focus on a positive behaviour learning approach to develop students' emotional strength, empathy, personal resilience and ownership of behaviour, we encourage students to be interdependent, thoughtful young people.

About the Role

The Administrative Support Assistant plays a key role in creating a welcoming and nurturing experience for students, parents, and staff. The Front Office Assistant also plays a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of the school's daily activities. The duties of the position include maintaining student records, handling communication between staff, students, and parents, organising school events, and supporting the leadership team with scheduling and coordination. The Front Office Assistant supports the Front Office Manager to ensure compliance with school policies and government regulations, managing office supplies, and providing administrative support for teachers and other staff. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively are essential, as the role is key in creating a well-organised and efficient school environment.

Benefits and Opportunities

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• Certificate II or III in a related field or experience in an administrative role
• Accreditation in accordance with Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.