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

NSW Police Force; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education's Whitebridge High School in Newcastle is hiring a School Administrative Officer (Identified) to provide administrative, financial and student wellbeing support across office, sick bay, library and labs. This full-time, ongoing role requires strong teamwork, MS Office skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Essential requirements include a Working with Children Check and First Aid training; the role is Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identified, and appointment

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to work in a school setting.
• Administration skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and support teachers and students.
• Experience across office procedures and school-related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, financial and student welfare/wellbeing support.
• Assist in office, sick bay, library, science laboratory and food technology areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Administration

Communication

Deadlines

Collaboration with teachers & students

Multi-area tasks

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - School Administrative Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Whitebridge High School (0000BCSS)

School Administrative Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Whitebridge High School - 0000BCSS

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Location

Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter Valley

Advertisement Number A900157806

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 Whitebridge High School

Staffing Area Newcastle

FTE 1.000

Contact Name Sean Jubb

Contact Phone number 02 4943 3966

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

09-Nov-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.

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.

Conditions

This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position. Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent .

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, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

Job Reference Number: 0000BCSS

Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 10:30am

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