Receptionist (2027 Commencement)

Saint Ignatius' College; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Ignatius' College, Adelaide is seeking a capable, professional and warm Receptionist to join the Senior School in a permanent part-time capacity.

You will welcome students, families and staff, manage a busy front desk with discretion, maintain records and support administrative tasks, with flexibility for additional cover and a proven commitment to service within a Catholic ethos.

Qualifications

• Must be capable, professional and warm with excellent service.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills and discretion.
• Highly organised with strong administrative and technology skills.
• Experience in a school environment is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Greet students, families, staff and visitors and provide first contact support.
• Balance competing priorities in a fast-paced school reception.
• Maintain accurate records and exercise sound judgement with confidential information.
• Provide additional cover as required across 40 weeks per year.

Job description

Saint Ignatius' College, Adelaide is a leading Catholic, co-educational, day school conducted by the Jesuits and inspired with the Ignatian charism. Built on the vision of Saint Ignatius, our educational community seeks to form young people who strive for a hope-filled future, shaping the world for the better.

About us

We are dedicated to cultivating an innovative educational atmosphere and are excited to invite a Receptionist who embodies passion, ongoing growth, and a deep appreciation for the Catholic ethos.

The role

Join Saint Ignatius' College Senior School as a permanent part-time Receptionist and become the welcoming face of our community

We are seeking a capable, professional and warm individual who enjoys building positive relationships and delivering outstanding service. This fast-paced and rewarding role is ideal for someone who can confidently balance competing priorities while maintaining a calm, approachable and solutions-focused manner. Supported by a collaborative and experienced team, you will play an important role in ensuring students, families, staff and visitors feel valued and well supported every day.

Commencing in late January 2027, this permanent part-time position is offered on Mondays and Fridays from 7:30am to 3:30pm, across 40 weeks per year. Flexibility to provide additional cover when required is essential.

About you

You will be a polished and community-focused professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional service and creating a positive experience for every member of the College community. With outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, you will demonstrate warmth, discretion and professionalism in every interaction, while confidently managing a busy reception environment with competing priorities. Highly organised and detail-oriented, you will possess strong administrative and technology skills, maintain accurate records and exercise sound judgement when handling confidential information. Experience in a school environment will be highly regarded, as will your ability to work collaboratively, build positive relationships and contribute enthusiastically to a supportive and values-driven College community.

The closing date for applications will be 9:00am Monday, 26 October 2026.

Late applications cannot be accepted. Saint Ignatius' College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Saint Ignatius' College is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity in its community.

College Vision & Mission

Our Vision

At Saint Ignatius College our purpose is to form young people of competence, conscience and compassion.

Mission Statement

Saint Ignatius College is a Catholic community that is learning-centred and supportive in the Ignatian tradition.

The College is committed to the education of the whole person and the development of young adults of competence, conscience and compassion who will be of service in the community.

We strive to recognise God's presence in all things, to celebrate the pursuit of personal excellence and to live with hope and respect for all creation.

Striving for the Magis

Ignatius in his writings calls us to strive for the 'Magis' - 'the more'. The more is a key to making choices among competing values. The entire life of Ignatius Loyola was a search for the Magis – that is, the more universal good, the more effective means, the more generous service of others, and the ever greater glory of God. Magis energises us for action.

At Saint Ignatius College we will:

• Provide opportunities for students, staff, parents and alumni to experience a sense of belonging to a faith-filled Christian community and to commit themselves to being of service to others
• Respect the role of parents as the primary educators of their children
• Be enthusiastic in imparting knowledge of Catholic faith and traditions, enabling students to accept truth freely and develop a Christian moral conscience
• Promote growth and improvement in learning and living for the greater glory of God in the Ignatian way
• Support students in striving for their personal best - the Magis - in all their endeavours.

Governance

Saint Ignatius College Geelong supports and promotes the principles and practice of Australian democracy.

The College abides by the The Education and Training Reform Act 2006, and deliver our programs and teaching in a manner that supports and promotes the principals and practice of Australian democracy.

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Jesuit Educational Philosophy

Since the launch of their first school in 1548, the Jesuits have believed that a high quality education is the best path to meaningful lives of leadership and service.

Jesuits have understood that the liberal arts, the natural and social sciences, and the performing arts, linked with all other branches of knowledge, are a powerful means of developing leaders with the potential to influence and transform society.

The Jesuit Education Ministry includes Jesuit owned and operated schools, university colleges and chaplaincies, affiliated lgnatian schools, and the intellectual apostolate.

A Jesuit education has a clear purpose: the development of a well-rounded Christian person of competence, conscience and compassion who will be of service in the world and has the generosity to make a contribution.

Historically, Jesuit education has been successful across many cultures because it has adapted to the environment of the learner. Today Jesuit education continues to embrace change in appropriate ways, ensuring that a Jesuit education meets the needs of modern day learners, and develops learners who themselves will strive to contribute meaningfully and to excel.

Jesuits motto

AMDG

\"Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam\" For the Greater Glory of God

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