Reception and Administration Officer

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd.; Russell (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

MacKillop College is seeking a dedicated Reception and Administrative Officer for the new St Mary's Campus. This full-time role focuses on high-quality reception services, administrative efficiency, and student wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office while committing to a supportive Catholic educational environment. Applications are welcome until July 4, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in reception and/or administration role.
• Commitment to working in a Catholic Education environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality reception and administrative support.
• Coordinate excursions and events.
• Support student wellbeing and build relationships with families and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

MacKillop College invites experienced administrators to work closely with the Head of Campus at St Mary’s Campus, located in Werribee South. This campus is a brand new, customed built learning environment for approx. 160, Year 9 students.

The Reception and Administrative Officer is a vital member of the St Mary’s Campus team, responsible for providing high-quality reception services, administrative support, first aid support, and excursion and events coordination to ensure the smooth operation of campus activities.

This role requires a proactive, organised and approachable administration professional who thrives in a busy environment and is committed to supporting the wellbeing of students and building positive relationships with families, staff, and the broader community.

The successful candidate will be a welcoming presence at reception, a capable multi-tasker, and a reliable team member who can manage a variety of administrative functions with confidentiality, care, and attention to detail.

This is a permanent, full-time teaching role, commencing in Term 3, 2025.

Our ideal Candidate will have

• an ability to build and cultivate respectful relationships between students, staff and familie
• demonstrated experience in a reception and/or administration role
• exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage positively
• highly developed organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise, multitask, and meet deadlines
• proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-based environment
• a commitment to working in a Catholic Education environment.
• our staff are invited to regularly reflect upon and strengthen their skills and practice.
• our welcoming and supportive culture based on Gospel Values
• our pastoral approach towards educator and student wellbeing
• contemporary learning facilities, across two campuses
• future career opportunities with our new K-12 campus in Wyndham Vale, opening 2027
• MacKillop College application for employment form
• a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the position

Completed applications can be emailed to [e-mail]
Applications close: 4 July 2025

Further information: Please contact Michael Trainor, Director People & Culture on 0439 560 092.

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Application Procedures

https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/information/employment/