Junior School Receptionist - Part Time

Tara Anglican School for Girls; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Tara Anglican School for Girls in North Parramatta NSW invites applications for a part-time Junior School Receptionist/Administration Assistant. You will be the friendly first point of contact for students, families and staff, coordinating front-of-house operations and supporting daily office tasks.

This term-time role is two days per week (Thursday and Friday preferred) with flexibility by mutual agreement.

Qualifications

• Experience in reception, administration or customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise.
• Professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems.
• Collaborative approach to contribute to school life.
• Commitment to Tara Anglican School for Girls' Christian ethos.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for students, families, visitors and staff.
• Coordinate visitor sign-in, arrivals and daily movements.
• Handle telephone, email and in-person enquiries professionally.
• Support a welcoming, safe and organised school environment.
• Maintain student records, attendance and office documentation.
• Enter approved student leave and medical certificates into records.
• Provide first aid and manage first aid supplies with the School Nurse.
• Assist with communications, events and Junior School activities.
• Organise excursions, bus bookings and upload related files.

Skills

Reception experience

Administration

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tara Anglican School for Girls – North Parramatta NSW

Junior School Receptionist (Part-Time | Term Time Only)

2 days per week (Thursday and Friday preferred) | Flexibility to vary days by mutual agreement

Tara Anglican School for Girls is seeking a warm, professional and highly organised Junior School Receptionist/Administration Assistant to join our vibrant Junior School community on a part-time, term-time basis.

As the first point of contact for many students, families, staff and visitors, the Junior School Receptionist/Administration Assistant plays a vital role in creating a welcoming, responsive and positive experience within our School. This position requires an individual who enjoys working with children, demonstrates exceptional customer service, and thrives in a busy environment where no two days are the same.

As an Anglican day and boarding school for girls, Tara is committed to educational excellence within a caring Christian community. We are seeking a team member who will embody these values and contribute positively to the life of the School.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Junior School, the Junior School Receptionist/Administration Assistant provides professional administrative and reception support to the Junior School. The role involves managing front-of-house operations, assisting students and families, supporting staff, maintaining records and communications, providing first aid, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day functioning of the Junior School office.

This is a term-time only position, working two days per week, with Thursday and Friday preferred, although alternate days may be considered by mutual agreement.

About You

• You are approachable, friendly and highly organised, with a genuine commitment to providing exceptional service to students, families and colleagues.

• You remain calm under pressure, exercise discretion when handling sensitive information, and are equally comfortable assisting a young student needing support as you are welcoming prospective families or liaising with staff.

• You enjoy being part of a collaborative team and take pride in ensuring the office operates efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for students, families, visitors and staff within the Junior School.

• Coordinate visitor sign-in processes and support student arrivals, departures and daily movements.

• Manage incoming telephone, email and face-to-face enquiries in a professional and responsive manner.

• Support the delivery of a welcoming, safe and organised environment for all members of the School community.

• Maintain accurate student records, attendance information and general office documentation.

• Manage daily student attendance and sign in/sign out logs.

• Ensure class rolls are marked and accurate.

• Enter approved student leave and medical certificates into attendance records and student files.

• Provide first aid to students and staff.

• Maintain and store adequate first aid supplies in consultation with the School Nurse.

• Assist with communications, events, meetings and other Junior School activities.

• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

• Provide administrative support to ensure the efficient daily operation of the Junior School Office.

• Aid in organising excursions, booking buses and uploading associated files.

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated experience in a reception, administration or customer service role.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with children, families and colleagues.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain attention to detail.

• High level of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence learning new systems and technologies.

• A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the broader life of the School.

• Commitment to supporting the Christian mission, values and ethos of Tara Anglican School for Girls.

Why Join Tara?

At Tara, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a supportive and collegial environment where staff are encouraged to grow professionally while making a meaningful contribution to the lives of girls and their families.

If you are a warm, organised and service-focused professional looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity within a welcoming school community, we would love to hear from you.