Principal's PA (including Office Management)

Pacific Hills Christian School; Berowra; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Berowra Christian School invites applications for a Principal's Personal Assistant and Office Manager. This full-time, permanent role starts January 2027 (part-time may be negotiable).

You will work closely with the Principal to ensure smooth day-to-day office operations and high-level administrative support. We seek an organised, proactive, confidential candidate with strong time management, communication and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Exceptional time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.
• Experience in a customer-focused administrative role
• Excellent written communication and document preparation skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across the school community
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Previous experience with school administration systems (desirable)
• The ability to prepare accurate meeting minutes
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Flexibility to support key school events and activities throughout the year

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Principal and coordinate day-to-day office operations
• Support meetings with accurate minutes and documentation
• Manage competing priorities and ensure deadlines are met
• Build strong relationships across the school community
• Assist with events and school activities as required

Skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Customer-focused administration

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Principal's PA (including Office Management)

Posted: 13/10/2026

Closing Date: 13/11/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Pacific Berowra Christian School

Job Category: Personal Assistant to the Principal

Are you someone who is highly organised, and thrives on building strong relationships, managing competing priorities, and supporting others to succeed?

Pacific Berowra Christian School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to the Principal to join our growing school community in a full-time, permanent position commencing January 2027 (part time may be negotiable for the right candidate).

Working closely with the Principal, you will play a key role in the smooth operation of the school, providing high-level administrative support while coordinating the day-to-day activities of the Principal's office. This is a varied and rewarding position that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a vibrant Christian learning community.

The successful candidate will be proactive, professional, and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and confidentiality.

Pacific Berowra Christian School is a member of the Pacific Group of Christian Schools. This co-educational Christian school rests on a sunny plateau above the Hawkesbury River 40 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD, and just ten kilometres north of Hornsby. Berowra is a close-knit, family-oriented community, and is surrounded by natural bush land, national parks and the Hawkesbury River Valley. The blend of natural surroundings forms the backdrop to the School that is located on the corner of King Street and Berowra Waters Road, Berowra. Our school is a fast-growing Kindergarten to Year 6 learning community, committed to developing and nurturing its students.

Job Description

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Exceptional time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines
• Experience in a customer-focused administrative role
• Excellent written communication and document preparation skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across the school community
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Previous experience with school administration systems (desirable)
• The ability to prepare accurate meeting minutes
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Flexibility to support key school events and activities throughout the year

Desired Skills and Experience

As a valued member of our community you will:

• Have the opportunity to be a part of a supportive Christian community
• Share in daily devotions as a staff
• Access career growth & development
• Accessibility to AISNSW's Fitness Passport Program

The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment. Commitment to a local church and the ethos of Christian education is essential. Applications should include a reference from a minister of the church you regularly attend.

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Pacific Berowra Christian School is a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.