Administration Officer
- Provide welcoming reception and front-office support to visitors, parents and students.
- Assist with school financial administration and day-to-day operational routines, with training provided in ICON and nForma.
- Meet child-safety requirements, including current Level 2 First Aid, a Working with Children Check and a satisfactory National Police Record Check.
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Role Description/Criteria
Join Our Team: School Administration Officer (Fixed-Term)
Location: St Catherine's Primary School, Moorabbin
Term: Wednesday 27 January 2027 - Wednesday 26 January 2028 (Strong potential for ongoing placement)
Schedule: 9-Day Fortnight (Every 2nd Friday off)
Classification: Education Support Category B, Level 3 (ESB-3) | Award: CEMEA 2022 (Salary determined based on experience)
About the Role
St Catherines Primary School is inviting applications for a dedicated Administration Officer to join our vibrant team for the 2027 academic year.
As a key member of our front-office operations, you will serve as a welcoming first point of contact for our community while managing essential financial and school administration tasks. If you are highly organized, proactive, and passionate about contributing to a positive learning environment for students, staff, and families, we would love to hear from you.
We welcome candidates with a background in school administration or finance, as well as skilled administrative professionals eager to bring their expertise to a rewarding educational setting.
Key Responsibilities & Capabilities
- Front of House Excellence: Providing warm, efficient reception support to visitors, parents, and students.
- Financial Administration: Assisting with core school finance duties (training provided for ICON and nForma systems).
- Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of standard office software, including spreadsheets and word processing.
- Operational Initiative: Demonstrating a self-motivated approach to supporting day-to-day school routines.
Key Selection Criteria & Qualifications
To be considered for this role, applicants must possess:
- Current Level 2 First Aid Certification
- Valid Working with Children Check (Employee)
- Satisfactory National Police Record Check
- Willingness and capacity to undertake professional learning in ICON (Finance) and nForma (Student Management)
Child Safety Commitment
St Catherine's Primary School holds a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is fully committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment for all children. All employees must adhere to the 11 Child Safe Standards and complete comprehensive background checks prior to commencement.
How to Apply
Please submit your application electronically to Carmel Donlon (Principal) at:
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Your application must include:
- Cover Letter (Max 2 pages): Highlighting your background, relevant skill set, and suitabilty for the role.
- Curriculum Vitae: Detailing your career history and contact details for three professional referees (for candidates with prior school experience, at least one referee must be your current or most recent Principal).
Closing Date: 9:00 AM, Monday 23 November 2026'
Please note: Applicants who demonstarte strong suitability for the position may be interviewed and appointed prior to the advetised closing date.
Application Procedure
Email the principal:
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