School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Yawarra Community School

NSW Government; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public educational institution in New South Wales is seeking a School Administrative Officer to provide comprehensive administrative and student welfare support within a specialized school setting. Applicants should have strong teamwork and administration skills, along with a First Aid Certificate. The role involves assisting in various school functions, including the office and classroom environments, to ensure a conducive learning experience for students with moderate to severe disabilities.

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check Clearance is required.
• Ability to administer medications based on student needs.
• Willingness to undertake First Aid training.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for various school activities.
• Assist with student welfare and wellbeing.
• Manage office procedures and accounting practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Administration skills

Effective communication

Time management

Flexibility in tasks

Education

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Yawarra Community School

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.

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.

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.

Yawarra Community School is a School for Specific Purposes (SSP) in West Dubbo that supports the educational, social, and emotional needs of students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and/or Autism.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online”. 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.

We are an equal opportunities employer and 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.

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