Education Administration Support Officer

Government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Merriang Special Developmental School is seeking an Education Support Class member to assist in administrative and student support tasks across the dual campus. The role operates under school policy with supervision, coordinating support staff and working closely with teachers to maintain a positive learning environment.

The position involves routine clerical duties, data entry in the school IT systems, and support tasks that enable teaching staff to focus on student learning.

Qualifications

• SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties within established guidelines and frameworks.
• SC2 Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment.
• SC3 Strong oral and written communication skills.
• SC4 Possess relevant technical knowledge for the position.
• SC5 Ability to advise and support management and staff.
• SC6 Commitment to professional learning and growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine clerical or other administrative support, including front office enquiries and mail deliveries.
• Maintain data in school IT systems and student/staff records.
• Update office records and enrolment data.
• Prepare standard routine communications per school procedures.
• Coordinate delivery of administrative services within the school.
• Manage work priorities in consultation with the principal.
• Develop and implement efficient administration procedures.
• Coordinate requisitioning, purchasing and issuing procedures.
• Manage client reception and office operations.
• Coordinate staff timetabling and support health and wellbeing tasks.

Skills

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Professional learning

Education

Education support qualification

Job description

Merriang Special Developmental School is seeking an Education Support Class member to assist in administrative and student support tasks across the dual campus. The role operates under school policy with supervision, coordinating support staff and working closely with teachers to maintain a positive learning environment.

The position involves routine clerical duties, data entry in the school IT systems, and support tasks that enable teaching staff to focus on student learning.