Administration Officer (Administration)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
6 November 2026
Posted 22 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-6
School staff (FTE)
49.6
34 teaching · 15.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
513
Language other than English
19%
Girls vs boys
282 girls · 231 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position Details:
Mel Maria Catholic Primary School is seeking a friendly, professional and highly organised School Administration Officer to join our Administration Team at our Early Childhood Campus, commencing in January 2027.
This is an important front-office position within our school. As one of the first points of contact for parents, students, staff and visitors, the successful applicant will play a significant role in providing a welcoming, efficient and supportive administrative service to our school community.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys interacting with people and can confidently manage the varied responsibilities of a busy school office. The ability to remain calm, approachable and organised while responding to competing demands will be particularly important.
Previous experience in a school administration, receptionist or secretarial role would be highly regarded. Familiarity with school administration systems, particularly AoS and SEQTA, would be an advantage.
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
•A commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos, values and mission of Mel Maria Catholic Primary School.
•Previous experience in an administrative, secretarial or receptionist role.
•Excellent interpersonal skills, with a friendly, professional and welcoming manner.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•Well-developed organisational, administrative and customer service skills.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
•Accurate and efficient data entry skills, with strong attent…