Education Support Officer (ESO) Reception & Administration

St Patrick’s Primary School - Koroit; Koroit; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

St Patrick's Primary School Koroit invites applications for an Education Support Officer (ESO) Reception & Administration. You will welcome students, families and staff and keep the office running smoothly, handling phones, emails and basic admin tasks in a Catholic school setting.

The role requires strong ICT skills, attention to detail and a friendly, confidential approach. Prior experience in an education context is desirable, along with flexibility to support events, attendance and bursar

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety, wellbeing and protection of children.
• Experience in an education setting with children is desirable.
• Ability to work collegially and collaboratively.
• Strong information and communications technology skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, welcoming first point of contact for students, families, staff and visitors.
• Manage daily reception duties, including phone calls, emails and general enquiries.
• Provide administrative support to the Principal, teachers and school staff.
• Maintain accurate student records, enrolment information and school databases.
• Assist with school communications, newsletters, correspondence and website updates.
• Support the organisation and administration of school events and activities.
• Manage student attendance, first aid, sick bay and student medical records.
• Maintain administrative records relating to child safety, compliance, staff and volunteer requirements.
• Coordinate maintenance requests, contractor bookings and general office operations.
• Assist with school fee administration and receipting payments.
• Support the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of our busy school office.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and staff while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Skills

ICT skills

Education

Education setting experience

Job description

Education Support Officer (ESO) Reception & Administration

Contract, Full time

2d ago , from Diocese Of Ballarat Catholic Education Limited

We are seeking a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Reception & Administration Officer to join our wonderful school community in 2027. As the welcoming face of St Patrick's, you will play an important role in supporting our students, families and staff through the smooth running of our school office and day-to-day administration.

Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:

• To provide a commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and young people;

Providing a warm, friendly and welcoming first point of contact for students, families, staff and visitors.

Managing daily reception duties, including phone calls, emails and general enquiries.

Providing administrative support to the Principal, teachers and school staff.

Maintaining accurate student records, enrolment information and school databases.

Assisting with school communications, newsletters, correspondence and website updates.

Supporting the organisation and administration of school events and activities.

Managing student attendance, first aid, sick bay and student medical records.

Maintaining administrative records relating to child safety, compliance, staff and volunteer requirements.

Coordinating maintenance requests, contractor bookings and general office operations.

Assisting with school fee administration, receipting payments and general financial paperwork.

Supporting the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of our busy school office.

Building positive relationships with students, families and staff while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

• Supportive, collaborative and inclusive school community;
• Region living at its best with strong connections to community;
• A collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership, and respect;

Key Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children;
• Prior experience in an education setting working with children or young people is desirable;
• A collegial and collaborative approach to engaging with others;
• High Level Information Communication Technology skills;
• Experience in school administration would be an advantage, but a friendly personality, willingness to learn and genuine care for people are just as important!
• A warm, friendly and approachable person who loves helping others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence using computers and administration systems.
• The ability to multitask, show initiative and work independently.
• A professional, positive attitude and commitment to confidentiality.
• A willingness to support the Catholic ethos and values of our school.
• A current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain one) and appropriate first aid qualifications.

Applicants will be required to submit:

• Resume
• Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria

For a confidential discussion about the role contact:

Tegan McDonald *********@spkoroit.catholic.edu.au

St Patrick's Primary School Koroit is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in its care.

Guided by our vision of "the pursuit of fullness of life for all," DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.