Reception & First Aid Officer

Independentschools; City of Casey; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Onsite café

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Maranatha Christian School is seeking a Reception & First Aid Officer for our Endeavour Hills Campus. You will provide professional reception and administrative support while coordinating first aid and student health services across the School.

The role involves welcoming students, families and visitors, maintaining health records and liaising with parents and staff about wellbeing needs. A warm, service‑oriented approach and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and people skills.
• Experience in reception, administration or customer service.
• Experience in a school environment is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional reception and administrative support.
• Welcoming and assisting students, families, staff and visitors.
• Coordinate first aid and student health services.
• Maintain student health records and medications per procedures.
• Liaise with parents and staff regarding wellbeing needs.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

School administration qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about serving others and creating a welcoming, caring environment where students and families feel supported?

Maranatha Christian School is seeking a professional, organised and compassionate Reception & First Aid Officer to join our team at the Endeavour Hills Campus.

As the first point of contact for many students, families and visitors, you will play a vital role in the daily life of the School. Combining reception and administrative responsibilities with student health and first aid support, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the wellbeing and smooth operation of our school community.

This role will suit an individual who enjoys building positive relationships, thrives in a busy environment and is committed to serving others within a Christ-centered community.

ABOUT MARANATHA

Maranatha Christian School is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational Christian school serving more than 1,200 students across its Endeavour Hills, Officer and Doveton campuses. Since 1970, we have been committed to providing exceptional Christ-centered education, guided by our motto, "My Utmost for His Glory." Through excellence in teaching, learning and pastoral care, we seek to nurture students to learn, grow, serve and excel.

ABOUT THE POSITION

As a Reception & First Aid Officer, you will provide professional reception and administrative support while coordinating first aid and student health services across the School.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing professional reception and administrative support.
• Welcoming and assisting students, families, staff and visitors.
• Coordinating first aid and student health support services.
• Maintaining student health records and administering medications in accordance with School procedures.
• Liaising with parents and staff regarding student wellbeing needs.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the School.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details regarding this role.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A warm, professional and service-oriented approach.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and administrative systems.

Qualifications and experience:

• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in reception, administration or customer service.
• Experience in a school environment and/or administrative qualifications will be highly regarded.

Maranatha Christian School remains wholeheartedly committed to its charter of personally owned Christian faith and values. We are seeking an individual who will align closely with our staff team and who shares a genuine passion for Christian education.

WHY JOIN MARANATHA

At Maranatha, our staff are valued as partners in shaping the lives of young people through faith, learning and service. We foster a supportive community that encourages professional growth, wellbeing and a sense of purpose.

We offer:

• Full-time employment during school terms.
• School hours that support work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and leave entitlements above award.
• Free onsite parking.Access to an onsite café.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and dedicated staff team.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Access to a proactive Employee Assistance Program.

For more information: https://www.maranatha.vic.edu.au/employment/

Maranatha is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating environments where all children feel safe, respected and valued.

COMMENCING

November 2026.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Mrs Phary Irvine on 03 9709 7303.

Applications close Monday 28th September 2026 at 4pm.

Please note that shortlisting will commence as applications are received, and the recruitment process may close early if an appropriate candidate is identified. Maranatha does not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies.