Primary School Front Office Administrator

Canberra Grammar School; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

13.5% superannuation

Professional development funding

Barista-made coffee

Morning tea and discounted lunches

Onsite health clinic

Employee Assistance Program

14 weeks paid parental leave

School fee concessions

Job summary

Canberra Grammar School is seeking a warm, friendly Front Office Administrator for the Primary School. You will support a learning environment and greet community members with confidential, professional service.

The role involves reception duties, basic First Aid, coordinating inquiries, and working with a small, busy team during school terms. A strong emphasis on communication and organisation is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar front office or reception role, preferably in education.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience engaging with primary-aged children.
• Experience administering basic First Aid to students.
• Excellent administration and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a small, busy team under pressure.
• Understanding of confidential matters and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Welcome school community members and guests and provide friendly, confidential reception support.
• Support a learning environment for students and assist with administrative tasks.
• Handle inquiries in person and by phone with professionalism.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Attention to detail

First Aid

Administration

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Independent work

Relationship building

Database literacy (Synergetic)

Tools

Synergetic

Job description

Primary School Front Office Administrator

• Seeking a warm, friendly and efficient front office administrator to join our team
• Ongoing, full-time role to be worked primarily during School term time only (212/240 days)
• An exciting opportunity to work with a team committed to making a difference to the lives of children

About the Role

The role of the Primary School Front Office Administrator is to support a learning environment for students. This role also involves welcoming School community members and guests; the support and hospitality of the Primary School Reception; delivering a friendly, efficient, confidential and professional service always, both in person and on the telephone.

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

• Experience in a similar role, preferably within the education sector
• Advanced working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
• Well-developed communication skills and attention to detail
• Experience in engaging with primary aged children
• Experience in administering basic First Aid to students
• Excellent administration and organisational skills
• Experience working in a small and busy team environment with the ability to work well under pressure
• An understanding of the sensitive and confidential nature of matters involved in the role
• The ability to work independently, intuitively and flexibly
• Proven experience establishing good working relationships with students, parents, staff and the school community
• Previous experience utilising a database system, such as Synergetic, is highly regarded

All team members at CGS are required to have:

• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check
• Full working rights within Australia
• Relevant First Aid and CPR Certificate or the willingness to

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
• Employee awards program and generous professional development funding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• School fee concessions (for permanent team members)

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do.