Administration Officer (Administration)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
20 November 2026
Posted 6 Nov 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-6
School staff (FTE)
43.8
23.1 teaching · 20.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
18.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
432
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
54%
Girls vs boys
234 girls · 198 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position Details:
St Joseph’s Primary School is seeking a friendly, professional and highly organised School Administration Officer to join our school 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.
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 role is for 42 weeks, per year, including school terms. Working hours are 5 days a week 8:00am – 4:00pm. The successful applicant can discuss alternate hours of work.
Selection Criteria:
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
A commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos, values and mission of St Joseph’s 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 attention to detail.
The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to show…