Santa Maria College is an all girls' Catholic College, founded by the Sisters of Mercy with 1,280 students from Year 5 to Year 12 which includes 150 boarders.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced Administrative Assistant – Student Services. The successful applicant will ensure the smooth running of Student Services. The role will provide a high level of support to teaching staff and assist with ongoing parents enquires along with working closely in partnership with the College nurses and psychologists to help facilitate students’ wellbeing.
This role is a part-time term-time ongoing position, working a seven-day fortnight. The role would commence in June 2022.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following essential skills:
- Model and maintain the Catholic and Mercy ethos and traditions of the College
- Relevant qualifications/ equivalent competency
- Communicate sensitively with staff, students, parents and public
- Ability to deal appropriately with problems and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work collegially and efficiently as a member of a team
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Good attention to detail
- Professional, polite and personable
- Sound level of computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Some flexibility with working hours
Desirable but not essential:
- Experience in Synergetic and SEQTA
- Experience in a comparable role
- Knowledge of first aid
- Knowledge of electronic filing systems
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- A current and validated National Criminal History Record Check (as issued by the Western Australian Department of Education)
- Working With Children Check
- Completion of Child Protection Training on appointment
The College provides an excellent working environment, with outstanding facilities. Our Mercy values provide the foundation of all we do and we have a strong Pastoral Care program. We offer a positive learning environment where all staff and students are encouraged to strive for excellence to reach their potential.
The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Both men and women are encouraged to apply for this position.
Applications close Monday 30 May 2022 at 9.00 am.
A position description for this role, as well as further information about the College, is available on our website www.santamaria.wa.edu.au under Careers.
Your application should include:
- Completion of the SEEK on-line Application.
- A full Resume.
- A letter no more than two pages addressing selection criteria.