Administrative Assistant - Front Reception

Catholic Education, Diocese Of Wagga Wagga; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kildare Catholic College is seeking a permanent, full-time Administrative Assistant - Front Reception to commence January 2027. This front-line role greets students, staff and visitors and provides essential administrative support across College programmes.

You will need proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office, plus experience with Compass SIS and attendance data. Confidentiality, initiative and strong interpersonal skills are essential for success in this busy, educational environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office; ability to learn new college management software.
• Experience with Compass SIS and attendance data is desirable.
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgement and discretion under pressure.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.
• Strong interpersonal and liaison skills across multiple age groups.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes visitors to the College, directs them as necessary and supports effective communication across College operations.

Skills

Google Workspace

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Compass student information system

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 17 November 2026

Kildare Catholic College are seeking a Permanent Part - time Administrative Assistant - Front Reception to commence January 2027

Kildare Catholic College

Kildare Catholic College is a catholic secondary college teaching students from year 7 to 12, we also have a diverse boarding population at Mt Erin Boarding House, which offers an affordable boarding option for students who live outside the Wagga Wagga region.The core values of Kildare Catholic College are the promotion of respect for self, others and our environment, as well as the development of the whole person; spiritually, emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially.

Imagine a city where you could enjoy a challenging and stimulating career, afford a beautiful house, live close to quality schools, experience a wealth of cultural and sporting entertainment - and have a daily commute of 10 minutes.

Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?

In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

Your New Role

The role of Administrative Assistant - Front Reception is a customer-service role that represents the first point of contact for students, staff and visitors, assisting with all aspects of administrative support for College programmes. Administrative Assistant - Front Reception is the first point of contact, and has the vital position of welcoming all Visitors to the College, directing them as necessary and ensuring effective communication across the College.

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Salary: Level 4 $38.32 per hour - Averaged (term-time only)

Selection Criteria

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office and capacity to learn new software platforms relevant to College Management.
• Experience in using the Compass student information system with exposure to working with attendance and student data is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative, judgement and discretion and to work under pressure.
• Capable of working in an environment that requires confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal and liaison skills, working across multiple age groups.
• Excellent memory, eye for detail and proven history of accurate work.
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills.
• Well developed problem solving skills and a track record of continuous improvement.
• The ability to work well with others.
• To be flexible and open to change.
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Competent word processing and database skills and ability to broaden computing experience with other packages. Including the ability to review and verify data.
• First Aid and Mental Health First Aid Certificate are required or willingness to obtain.
• NSW Working with Children Check
• Successful Candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check
• Some experience in a similar position, ideally within an educational setting
• Relevant, demonstrable level of industry and technical knowledge in role discipline
• Previous experience within a teaching, operational or administrative-related setting (preferred but not essential)

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

1001 Students
97 TeachingStaff
51 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Boarding School

Kildare Catholic College is a co-educational College of 1001 day and boarding students, serving Wagga Wagga and the surrounding districts.

"CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care"

"CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds"