Senior School Support Officer

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School, North Strathfield

NORTH STRATHFIELD, NSW 


Admin / SSO / Non-Teaching

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 30 October 2024



<p><strong>Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Primary School North Strathfield</strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>Commencement Date:</strong> Tuesday, 28 January 2025&nbsp;<br><strong>Closing Date: </strong>Wednesday, 30 October 2024&nbsp;<br><strong>Capacity: </strong>Full-Time, Permanent</p><p><br><strong>Don't miss this exciting opportunity as a Senior Support Officer (Level 6) within our embracing community!</strong></p><p><strong>About Our School</strong></p><p>Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School, North Strathfield, is a purpose-built, futures-oriented school, reflecting the high aspirations of the community. We are preparing today's students for tomorrow's world. Teaching and learning is relevant, engaging and collaborative, and of the highest standard, matching the quality and excellence of the award-winning facilities.</p><p>Our students are educated to be interdependent learners and critical thinkers and achievers, well supported by highly qualified staff and a technology-infused learning environment. OLA is known as a faith community where high expectations and the pursuit of excellence are guiding principles, and curiosity, imagination and a love of learning are valued.</p><p><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong></p><p>In joining<a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/about-us"> <u>Sydney Catholic Schools</u></a> (SCS), you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and over 74,000 students. We enable job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and an extensive suite of professional development programs.</p><p>SCS is recognised for outstanding student achievement, with 9 schools in the top 100 of the HSC rankings and 18 schools placing in the top 150. We focus on enabling a quality preschool to post-school learning journey for every child, supported by a team of dedicated educators and caregivers.</p><p>In addition, we offer:</p><ul><li>remuneration package valued at up to $102,423. Base salary of $91,859. Salary calculated on averaged conditions. Work during school-term only. Not required to work in school holidays</li><li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li><li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li><li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li><li>discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products</li><li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>As the Senior School Support Officer (Level 6), you will provide a high-level of support to the Principal and leadership team. As an integral member of the school community, you will demonstrate <strong>Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Primary School North Strathfield's </strong>values and professional standards in interacting with students, staff, parents and the community.</p><p>Your responsibilities include but are not be limited to:</p><ul><li>delivering high-level administrative support to the school leadership and support staff</li><li>communicating with the Principal and school community members on administrative systems, including safety, finance, recruitment, staff development and office priorities</li><li>managing financial administration as required</li><li>overseeing site induction and maintaining health and safety systems and records</li><li>a willingness to support the inclusive Catholic religious and cultural environment for students</li><li>efficiently managing registers</li><li>exhibiting management prowess in administration, human resources, finance, school fees, office leadership, and other related reports for the Principal</li><li>any other duties as directed by the Principal.</li></ul><p>To thrive in this role, you will possess:</p><ul><li>proficiency in administrative and clerical tasks</li><li>competence in financial and/or administrative management</li><li>valuable qualities such as tact, reliability, and the ability to work in a team effectively</li><li>a commitment to honesty, discretion, and maintaining confidentiality</li><li>prior experience working with children or in a school environment</li><li>strong interpersonal and organisational abilities</li><li>familiarity with emerging technologies like Google Suite,Oracle, Microsoft Office software, Google Chrome, Compass, CiAnywhere, along with a solid grasp of Facilities tasks and WHS.</li></ul><p>You will have attained:</p><ul><li>a minimum of five years of administrative/clerical experience</li><li>experience in a team leader/supervisor or personal/executive assistant capacity</li><li>proficiency in financial and administrative management.a Certificate III/IV (TAFE NSW) or equivalent post-secondary qualification in administration, human resources, finance, accounting, or a related field.</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the steps to submit your application. To complete the application process, please ensure you attach the following;</p><ul><li>current CV</li><li>cover letter</li><li>referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last employer.</li></ul><p><br>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.&nbsp;<br><br>If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).</p><p><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<br><a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/54/2024/07/SCS-Safety-Statement_202406.pdf"><u>Click here</u></a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.</p><p><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong>&nbsp;<br>This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.&nbsp;<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i></p>