School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Katoomba High School

NSW Government; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in New South Wales is seeking a full-time School Administrative Officer to provide administrative and student welfare support at Katoomba High School. The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork and administrative skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and possess a Working with Children Check. This role offers an hourly rate of $40.64, contributing to a comprehensive salary package.

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check Clearance required.
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.
• Ability to perform various administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support in various school settings.
• Support student welfare and wellbeing.
• Assist in office and classroom activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Administration skills

Effective oral communication

Effective written communication

Deadline management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Katoomba High School (0000B4PG)

Location

Sydney Region

Number of Positions

1

Closing Date

05-Dec-2025, 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.

Remuneration

The hourly rate for this position is $40.64. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

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.

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 all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([e-mail]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees.

If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include them in your covering letter.

Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

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