School Administration Officer - Full time - Ongoing - Melrose Park High School (Prov)

Taleo; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Melrose Park High School, opening in 2027, seeks a School Administrative Officer to provide administrative, financial and student welfare support across the office, sick bay, library, science laboratory and food technology/kitchen areas. The role requires teamwork, reliability and strong organisational skills to help in the foundation phase of a new secondary school.

Working with the Foundation Principal and leadership team, you will help shape systems, curriculum and day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check clearance required.
• First Aid certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.
• Administration of medications – training provided based on student needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, financial and student welfare support in office, sick bay, library, science lab and technology/kitchen areas.
• Support teachers and students and assist with day-to-day school operations.
• Contribute to the efficient running of school processes and records.

Skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Oral and written communication

Deadline management

Teacher and student support

Office procedures

Job description

Location

Sydney Region

Advertisement Number

A900159314

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: The hourly rate for this position is $41.86. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

School Name Melrose Park High School (Prov)

Principal Network Ryde

FTE 1.000

Contact Phone number 0429 433 392

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

09-Oct-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support

Position Information

The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

About the Role

A School Administrative Officer provides administrative, financial and student welfare/wellbeing support and assistance in relation to office and classroom activities, including but not limited to the following school settings: the office, sick bay, library, science laboratory, and food technology/kitchen areas.

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children Check Clearance
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.
• Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.

Melrose Park High School is an exciting new secondary school located in Melrose Park, scheduled to open in 2027. The school will commence with Years 7 and 8 and grow progressively to a full Years 7 to 12 high school. A dedicated Support Unit will be an integral part of the school community.

Our vision is to create an inclusive, high-expectation learning community where every student is empowered to achieve excellence and grow as a confident, future-ready learner. The school will feature modern, purpose-built facilities, including flexible learning spaces and specialist environments that support high-quality, innovative and collaborative teaching and learning.

This is a unique opportunity to join the foundation team and contribute to establishing the school from the ground up. Working with the Foundation Principal and leadership team, staff will help develop whole-school systems, structures, curriculum and teaching practices that will shape the school’s future. This role offers a valuable opportunity to help shape the identity, culture and direction of a new and growing school.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong organisational skills, initiative, and the ability to work proactively and collaboratively within a dynamic and evolving school environment. This is a rare opportunity to make a significant contribution to the foundation of a vibrant and future-focused school that supports and inspires both students and staff as it grows.

Specific Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
• Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with teachers and students.
• Ability to perform tasks in one or more of the following areas: office procedures; accounting procedures; sick bay; hospitality and /or design and technology; science.

Special Notes

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage .

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture.