<p><strong>The College</strong></p> <p>Parade College is a member of the national body of Catholic schools known as Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA). The College aims to help young people grow into well-rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all their endeavours.</p> <p>As a long-standing Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College strives to be a learning community that offers best practice education and pastoral care to its students to foster fullness of life and holistic growth for all.&nbsp;</p> <p>Parade College is the oldest Edmund Rice School in Australia, dating back to 1871, and has a proud history of excellence in the education and pastoral care. Parade offers a multitude of curriculum options for students, whatever their interest may be; from academic, sporting, music, visual arts and trade options.</p> <p>The professional environment for staff at Parade College emphasises innovation, the importance of lifelong learning and quality relationships between staff, students and the College community.</p> <p><strong>The Position</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an organised, proactive, and highly professional <strong>Personal Assistant to the Assistant Principal, Student Wellbeing</strong>.</p> <p>The Personal Assistant enhances the quality of service provided by the Assistant Principal, Student Wellbeing and Student Wellbeing team to the school community, wider stakeholder groups and educational authorities. This is demonstrated by ensuring the administrative responsibilities associated with the role enable the Assistant Principal to be effective, efficient and professionally prepared at all times.</p> <p>This multi-faceted role involves diverse duties which will require excellent interpersonal communication, organisational and time management skills. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will use your comprehensive organisational skills and initiative to organise and coordinate the activities of the Assistant Principal, Student Wellbeing, support the Deans of Students, House Leaders and Wellbeing Team, whilst taking responsibility for administration.</p> <p>We are looking for a highly organised, professional, and confidential Personal Assistant with strong computer literacy and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate will have a commitment to a team approach, and demonstrated success as a Personal Assistant at a similar level and environment.</p> <p>The nature, diversity and scope of responsibility require the frequent use of discretion, initiative and independent judgement.</p> <p><strong><u>The ideal candidate will have:</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Exceptional organisational and time-management skills.</li> <li>Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities.</li> <li>Strong initiative and ownership over tasks.</li> <li>High level of discretion with confidential information.</li> <li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li> <li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and database management.</li> <li>Valid Working with Children Check.</li> <li>Understanding of the Victorian Child Safe Standards.</li> <li>Right to work in Australia.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience working in a school or educational environment.</li> <li>Familiarity with school administration systems.</li> <li>Experience in coordinating projects or events.</li> </ul> <p>All Staff are expected to support and participate in the faith life of the College including commitment to the College Mission, ethos, and participate in ongoing professional development and learning.&nbsp; Parade College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, with zero tolerance for abuse. All staff must comply with our Child Safeguarding policies and will be subject to ongoing screening, including Working with Children and Police Checks.</p> <p>This position is a full-time ongoing<i>&nbsp;</i>position with availability for immediate start or by negotiation.&nbsp; This position attracts seven week's school holidays.</p> <p><strong>Working at Parade College</strong></p> <p>Parade College offers a supportive and collegial workplace with a strong focus on collaboration, respect and staff wellbeing. This role provides the opportunity to play a valued, visible and practical role in the daily life of the College:</p> <ul> <li>Access to high quality&nbsp;professional learning and career&nbsp;development opportunities;</li> <li>Working within and around outstanding, grounds and facilities;</li> <li>Onsite allocated car park space;</li> <li>Staff gym;</li> <li>Salary packaging available;</li> <li>Reduced tuition fees for students of ongoing staff</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program for&nbsp;all staff and their immediate&nbsp;family members.</li> </ul> <p>Please view the <a href="http://www.parade.vic.edu.au/siteassets/Files/Employment/Personal-Assistant-AP-SW.pdf" rel="nofollow">Position Description</a> for further details about the role and the selection criteria.</p> <p><strong>Application Requirements</strong></p> <p>In preparing an application, please read the advertisement and position description carefully to ensure that you can demonstrate your ability to meet the position requirements and have a good understanding of the role.</p> <p>Applications must include:</p> <ul> <li>a <strong>covering letter</strong> addressing the <strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong> addressing your skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the role; together with</li> <li>a current <strong>Curriculum Vitae</strong>.</li> </ul> <p>For enquiries please contact the Director of Human Resources via email:&nbsp;<i><a href="mailto:hr@parade.vic.edu.au?subject=Personal%20Assistant%20to%20the%20Assistant%20Principal%20-%20Student%20Wellbeing%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">hr@parade.vic.edu.au</a></i>, or phone: 94683300.&nbsp;</p> <p>To apply for this position, please visit the Employment Page on the College website via: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.parade.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment" rel="nofollow">https://www.parade.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment</a> and select 'Apply'.</p> <p><strong>Applications close at 4pm, Wednesday 27 May 2026.&nbsp; </strong><i>(Please note applications will be considered as received and interviews may be held during the application period.)</i></p> <p><i>This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</i></p> <p><i>Parade College acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.</i></p> <p>&nbsp;<i>Parade College is an Equal Opportunity Employer</i></p>