School Administrative Officer - Part-Time 0.482 FTE - Ongoing - Canobolas High School

About this role

Position InformationThe NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. About the Role A School Administrative Officer provides administrative, financial and student welfare/wellbeing support and assistance in relation to office and classroom activities, including but not limited to the following school settings: the office, sick bay, library, science laboratory, and food technology/kitchen areas. Essential Requirements * Working with Children Check Clearance * First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training. * Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs. Selection Criteria * Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team. * Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office. * Effective oral and written communication skills. * Ability to meet deadlines. * Ability to work with teachers and students. * Ability to perform tasks in one or more of the following areas: office procedures; accounting procedures; sick bay; hospitality and /or design and technology; science. Special NotesThis is a part time 0.482 FTE role About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage. To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted. Additional InformationCanobolas High School is a comprehensive school located in Orange with an enrolment of 614 students, including 46% Aboriginal students. The Family Occupation and Employment Index (FOEI) is 157. The school provides core academic subjects in all stages of learning along with a broad range of elective courses which are proven to engage students positively in their learning. A strong student wellbeing structure exists within the school, managed by a committed Learning and Support Team. The school has ten support classes across multiple classifications with students working towards mainstream and life skills outcomes. The school has a strong transition program with the local primary schools and strives to further develop engaging partnerships with our parents and the wider community. How to ApplyTo apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter. Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.