School Support Officer - Administration (44.4 hours per fortnight)

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is seeking a temporary part-time administrator to support students, staff, parents and school administration. Commences 28 January 2027 and runs until 27 January 2028.

The role requires a commitment to the Catholic mission, admin experience, MS Office and Google Suite proficiency, data handling, and strong organizational skills with confidentiality. Applicants must have a current Senior First Aid Certificate and a working with children clearance prior to

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic School mission and values.
• Experience in administration and general office processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Google suite.
• Ability to process data and generate reports.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Sensitivity handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide support services for students, staff, parents and administration.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Relationship building with parents/stu

Team collaboration

Customer service orientation

Innovation and adaptability

Education

Senior First Aid Certificate

Tools

Tech One

Compass

Job description

A temporary part time position commencing 28 January 2027 until 27 January 2028.

This is a position of support services for students, staff, parents and school administration.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

• A commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.
• Experience in administration and general office processes and procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google suite of applications.
• Ability to process data in a variety of forms and produce reports.
• Effective organisational skills with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to recognise confidential issues as they arise and to treat them with the sensitivity required.

DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA

• Familiarity with Tech One and Compass systems.
• Certificate II in Office Procedures or related study.

The following GENERAL CAPABILITIES are applicable to the role:

• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to relate effectively with parents/carers,staff and students.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Customer service orientation.
• Demonstrated positive attitude to innovation and change.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Senior First Aid Certificate.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as a child related work and therefore a working with children clearance is required prior to your commencement with us.

Closing date: 6 November 2026 at 11.55pm

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is unwavering in our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. This is at the heart of everything we do.

Every child has the right to be informed, heard, respected, empowered and to feel safe.

As school communities and as individuals, we commit to keeping children and young people safe, and to work together with them to create cultures that honour dignity and enrich wellbeing.