Office Manager

Trinity College Gawler; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Parental leave

Tuition discounts

Free parking

Staff social club

Employee Assistance Program

STARplex membership

Professional development

Job summary

Trinity College Gawler River is seeking a capable Office Manager to lead the administration team and ensure efficient operation of the School Office. You will work closely with the Principal, support planning, manage confidential records and represent the college in cross-site governance.

The role requires proven office management and executive administration experience, with strong interpersonal and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in office management and/or executive-level administration within an education or multi-site environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proactive, collaborative and customer-focused problem-solving approach.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Gawler River Administration team to provide a professional, welcoming and responsive service to students, parents and community.
• Support the Principal with planning, diary management and confidential administrative support.
• Coordinate administrative aspects of student records and confidential data as required.
• Contribute to the Office Administration Managers Group and collaborate with leadership across the College.
• Communicate effectively with a wide cross-section of the school community, including students, families and staff.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, discretion, and service excellence; manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Skills

Office management

Executive administration

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Job description

Trinity Collegeis a multi-site, independent, co-educational Anglican College founded in a liberal educational tradition in northern Adelaide. We are open to all who want their children educated in a caring and Christian tradition regardless of economic status, ability or religious affiliation. We provide exceptional facilities, support inspirational and expert staff with a passion for education, and deliver an outstanding sense of community.

Located at Angle Vale, Trinity College Gawler River is an R-10 school with #students – where innovation, connection and opportunity come together every day.

We are looking for a capable, experienced Office Manager to lead the Gawler River Administration team and ensure the School Office operates effectively. This key leadership role oversees administrative services, leads a high-performing team, and fosters a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and excellence in service delivery. Working closely with the Principal of Gawler River, the successful candidate will contribute to broader planning and improvement initiatives and represent Gawler River within the Office Administration Managers Group, ensuring alignment with the College’s standards, mission and values. You will contribute to broader College planning activities and represent Gawler River in the Office Administration Managers Group.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and manage the Gawler River Administration team, ensuring a professional, welcoming and responsive service to our students, parents and community
• Supportthe Principal with planning, diary management and confidential administrative support
• Coordinate the administrative aspects of Gawler River student records and confidential data as required
• Activelycontribute to the Office Administration Managers Group and collaborate with leadership across the College
• Communicateeffectively with a wide cross-section of the Gawler River school community, including students, families and staff
• Fostera culture of continuous improvement, discretion, and service excellence.
  Ensure quality control across administrative functions and manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

WhatYou’ll Bring:

We are seeking an experienced, collaborative, people-centred leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys building strong relationships across a diverse school community. You will bring warmth, professionalism and a solutions-focused mindset, along with:

• Provenexperience in office management and/or executive-level administration
• Exceptionalinterpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills
• Strongorganisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• A proactive, collaborative and customer-focused approach to problem-solving
• The ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with the utmost discretion and professionalism
• Experiencein an education setting is highly desirable
• Demonstratedsuccess in leading teams and partnering effectively with senior stakeholders
• A commitment to modelling professionalism, integrity and confidentiality at all times

This is a full-time position working during school terms plus four weeks during term breaks, with salary pro-rated to reflect the weeks worked each year.

Why work at Trinity College?

Trinity Collegeis a multi-site, independent, co-educational Anglican College founded in a liberal educational tradition in northern Adelaide. We are open to all who want their children educated in a caring and Christian tradition regardless of economic status, ability or religious affiliation. We provide exceptional facilities, support inspirational and expert staff with a passion for education, and deliver an outstanding sense of community.

At Trinity, we believe in nurturing not only our students but also our staff. When you join our team, you become part of a community that values connection, growth, and wellbeing. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Flexible, family-friendly hoursthat support work-life balance
• Generous paid parental leave entitlementsin addition to the National Employment Standards
• Generoustuition discountseligible staff receive a discount on their children's academic fees at Trinity College schools, pro-rated to their FTE
• Freeonsite parking
• Activestaff social clubto build friendships and community
• FullysubsidisedEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)for you and your family
• DiscountedSTARplexmembershipsupporting staff (and their family) wellbeing and a healthy lifestyle
• ProfessionalDevelopmentopportunities that support best practice in your profession

All Trinity College Staff must comply with the College’s Child Safe Policy and adhere to the Child Safety Code of Conduct.

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and background checks, including Working With Children Checks and National Police Clearance. Commitment and adherence to the Trinity College Privacy Policy is required.

Ready to Join Us?

For enquiries about the role, please refer to the attached Position Description, or contact Lara Matters (Director Business Administration) on 8522 0666.

Applications close on Monday, 21st September 2026 at 4pm

The College reserves the right to appoint prior to the deadline should the right applicant apply.

Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

Trinity College is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and child-friendly environment where all students are protected from harm and can actively participate in decisions that affect them. The College has a zero-tolerance approach to harm and prioritises the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in all aspects of its work. It is committed to maintaining a strong child-safe culture, complying with all child safety requirements, and ensuring that every member of the College community understands and fulfils their responsibility to safeguard students.