School Administration Officer - Reception

Australian Christian College Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 3,857,000 - 4,959,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP Program

WHEREFIT wellbeing platform

Job summary

Australian Christian College Casey (ACC Casey) is a P-11 Christian school located at Cranbourne South, about 45 minutes south of Melbourne. We are seeking a warm, organised, service-focused School Administration Officer – Reception to provide a welcoming first contact and high-quality administrative support at ACC Casey.

The role is part-time (0.6FTE) and aims to support day-to-day operations, student attendance, enrolment processes and general school administration while upholding the school’s

Qualifications

• Provide professional and welcoming customer service while completing a broad range of administrative duties.
• Welcoming students, families, visitors and contractors.
• Maintaining reception, visitor sign-in and school security processes.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming students, families, visitors and contractors
• Managing incoming calls, emails and general enquiries
• Maintaining reception, visitor sign-in and school security processes
• Supporting student attendance, late arrivals and early departures
• Providing general administrative assistance to school leaders and staff
• Upholding the school’s Christian ethos and providing warm, professional service

Skills

Customer service

Organised

Communication

Job description

About ACC

Australian Christian College (ACC) is a non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.
ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), with 17 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.

About ACC Casey

ACC Casey, is located at Cranbourne South (45 minutes south of Melbourne), and is a P-11, co-ed, Christian school with Secondary year groups being added each year until P-12 is catered for. We are looking for a warm, organised and service-focused School Administration Officer – Reception to provide a welcoming first point of contact and high-quality administrative support at ACC Casey.

About the role

The School Administration Officer plays an important role in the effective day-to-day operation of the College. As a key point of contact for our school community, you will provide professional and welcoming customer service while completing a broad range of administrative duties.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Welcoming students, families, visitors and contractors


• Managing incoming calls, emails and general enquiries


• Maintaining reception, visitor sign-in and school security processes


• Supporting student attendance, late arrivals and early departures


• Providing basic assistance to students who present at reception


• Managing mail, deliveries, bookings and reception records


• Maintaining accurate student and administrative information


• Supporting enrolment and other school administration processes


• Providing general administrative assistance to school leaders and staff


• Upholding the school’s Christian ethos and providing warm, professional service

This part time (0.6FTE) role commences Term 1 2027.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety & Wellbeing

• ACC Victoria Ltd is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families.


• We are committed to providing environments where our students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Our child safe policies, strategies and practices are inclusive of the needs of all children and students.


• We have no tolerance for child abuse and take proactive steps to identify and manage any risks of harm to students in our school environments.


• We promote positive relationships between students and adults and between students and their peers. These relationships are based on trust and respect.


• We take proactive steps to identify and manage any risk of harm to students in the school environment. When child safety concerns are raised or identified, we treat these seriously and respond promptly and thoroughly.


• Particular attention is given to the child safety needs of Aboriginal students, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, international students, students with disabilities, those unable to live at home, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, and all other students experiencing risk or vulnerability.


• Inappropriate or harmful behaviour targeting students based on these or other characteristics, such as racism or homophobia, are not tolerated at our school, and any instances identified will be addressed with appropriate consequences.


• Child safety is a shared responsibility. Every person involved in our school has an important role in promoting child safety and wellbeing and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety.


• We are committed to regularly reviewing our child safe practices, and seeking input from our students, families, staff, and volunteers to inform our ongoing strategies.

As a part of your application, you must read and support the Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Common Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards;


• Participate in child safety and wellbeing induction and training provided by the school and always follow the school’s child safety and wellbeing policies and procedures;


• Act in accordance with our Child Safety Code of Conduct;


• Identify and raise concerns about child safety issues in accordance with our Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures, including following the Four Critical Actions for Schools;


• Model and promote the vision and values of the school;


• Maintain records of class attendance and recording student progress;


• Implement effective student management consistent with the school’s strategic plan;


• Attend and participate in staff meetings as required;


• Be actively involved in regular staff devotions and prayer.

• Evidence of the right to work in Australia


• Proof of identity


• Clearance status of the Working with Children Check


• Be a committed Christian connected with a church


• Relate well to staff, students and parents


• Have a servant heart


• Have demonstrated excellent organisational and communication skills

• Work within a team that has a clear Christian vision and a strong Christian culture.


• EAP Program


• Health, fitness & wellbeing WHEREFIT benefits platform with exclusive discounts