School Administrative Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Cranebrook High School

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

Job summary

A public sector organization in New South Wales is seeking a School Administrative Officer to provide administrative, financial, and student welfare support in various school settings. Applicants must have a Working with Children Check and a First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain one. This role involves collaboration with teachers and students, and effective communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check Clearance required.
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake training.
• Ability to work in various settings like office, sick bay, and library.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support in school activities.
• Assist with financial tasks and student welfare.
• Work effectively with teachers and students.

Skills

Teamwork

Administration skills

Effective communication

Ability to meet deadlines

Knowledge of office procedures

Education

Working with Children Check Clearance

First Aid Certificate

Training in Administration of Medications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location

Sydney Region

Advertising Number

A900149937

Number of Positions

1

Remuneration

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

School

Cranebrook High School

Staffing Area

Penrith

Contact

Phone: [phone]
School Admin: 99999999

Closing Date

26-Nov-2025, 4:00:00 PM

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support

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.
• Training in Administration of Medications, based on student needs.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
• Administration skills including knowledge of computer software 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 areas: office procedures, accounting procedures, sick bay, hospitality or design and technology, science.

Conditions

This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment.

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. 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. Include the name and contact details of two referees. If there are targeted questions, respond (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter. Note: All applicants must submit applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

Information Session

On Thursday November 20th at 2:30pm, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the position and interview. To register your interest, please fill out the registration form Yarn Up RSVP or scan the QR code below. Alternatively, email [e-mail] with subject line "Yarn Up" noting the job reference number.

Targeted Questions

1. Give an example of when you’ve used technology in a school or workplace to achieve a complex task.
2. Please provide an example of your success working both as part of a team and an individual to contribute to the work of the team.

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