Receptionist

The Illawarra Grammar School; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Illawarra Grammar School in Wollongong, NSW, is seeking a professional, friendly Receptionist for their Senior School campus on a 6-month contract spanning Terms I and II, 2027. The role requires excellent communication, strong organisational skills, discretion and professionalism, and a welcoming presence for all members of the School community.

You will be the first point of contact at the front desk, assisting visitors, handling inquiries, and supporting daily administrative tasks in a

Qualifications

• Experience in front desk or reception roles preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with discretion and professionalism.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organised

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Receptionist (6-month contract, Terms I and II, 2027)

About the School

The Illawarra Grammar School is an independent co-educational P-12 Anglican Grammar School. We are part of a vibrant, diverse and engaged community, providing our students with a holistic education where they are empowered to achieve their best. You will be supported in your role by a highly experienced team of teaching and support staff, with access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

Staff at TIGS are expected to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to both education and the Christian faith, embodying the values upon which our School was founded.

The School is earning a reputation for achieving excellent educational outcomes for its students. This is a reputation that our learning community is determined to enhance.

The TIGS Statement of Mission and Values captures the School’s fundamental commitment to quality teaching and learning that:

• has rigorous student learning as its core business
• is built around the pursuit of academic excellence, and
• cultivates an aspirational ethos that pursues the achievement of outstanding learning outcomes.

The School’s Mission Statement reads: “The achievement of academic excellence in a caring environment that is founded on Christian belief and behaviour, so that students are equipped to act with wisdom, compassion and justice as faithful stewards of our world.”

A demonstrated commitment to, and support of, the School’s Mission and Values Statement are essential.

About the role

The Illawarra Grammar School is seeking to appoint a professional, friendly and highly organised Receptionist in their Senior School campus. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail, discretion and professionalism, and a commitment to fostering a welcoming and positive experience for all members of the School community.

This is a 6-month contract for Terms I and II, 2027 with the possibility of extension or permanency.

If you have any questions about this position, please email: ****@tigs.nsw.edu.au

• Your resume should include 3 referees. Two referees should be known to you professionally, and it is preferred that one be a Minister of Religion.
• Your one-page cover letter should explain why you are suitable for this role and how your values align with the mission and values of the School.

The Illawarra Grammar School maintains a zero tolerance policy towards child abuse and is dedicated to ensuring a child-safe environment, where children and young people are not only protected but also feel secure, in line with the School’s Child Protection Policy.