School Support Officer - Administration
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.90 FTE)
Applications Close: 29 June 2026
<p><strong>Marist College Eastwood</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Monday, 3 August 2026<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Monday, 29 June 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part time (71 hours per fortnight, 5 days per week), Permanent<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br><strong>Marist College Eastwood</strong> is a vibrant Catholic Marist community dedicated to boys' education. Placing students at the heart of our efforts, our committed Marist staff takes pride in addressing the needs of our contemporary community.<br><br>
The Marist College Eastwood Strategic Implementation Plan-Our Marist Way-was developed through collaborative work and community consultation. We invite individuals to join and embrace our unique Catholic Marist community, one that proudly upholds the strong, traditional values and principles of boys' education while also embracing innovative approaches in curriculum and pedagogical delivery. With a deliberate focus on student achievement, teaching and learning methodologies, school wellbeing, faith development, and resource programs, we seek to attract candidates who will help foster 'A daring faith and dynamic education, developing strong minds and gentle hearts' in our students.<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br>
As a School Support Officer (Level 4), you will be an integral member of the school community, you will demonstrate the College's values and professional standards in interacting with students, staff, parents and the community.<br><br>
The role of SSO Administration will include duties across student reception, sport office admin support, first aid and assisting in other areas of the College as required and directed by the Principal.<br><br>
You must be able to demonstrate:</p>
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<li>strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills and ability to deal sensitively with students, parents/carers and staff when required</li>
<li>excellent organisational skills including the ability to work effectively in a busy environment, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines</li>
<li>experience working in administration</li>
<li>experience with CiA and Compass or the ability to learn new systems</li>
<li>ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team</li>
<li>advanced computer literacy skills (MS Office and Google suite)</li>
<li>accuracy and attention to detail</li>
<li>interpersonal skills in working with a range of people</li>
<li>excellent written and oral communication</li>
<li>proven ability to recognise confidential issues as they arise and to treat them with the sensitivity required</li>
<li>a willingness to support the inclusive Catholic religious and cultural environment for students</li>
<li>a willingness to perform other duties as directed by the Principal</li>
<li>holding or a willingness to hold a current first aid certificate.</li>
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<p><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br>
Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/"><strong>Sydney Catholic Schools</strong></a> (SCS) means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p>
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<li>competitive remuneration: up to $90,182. Base salary ranges from $73,726 to $80,520. Salary calculated on averaged conditions (generally only required to work during school term time) [paid on a pro rata basis for part time positions]</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>Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more</li>
<li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br>
Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p>
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<li>current CV and cover letter</li>
<li>referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last employer.</li>
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<p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.<br>
If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety </strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/view"><strong>Click here</strong></a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong> <br>
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds</i>.</p>