School Administrative Officer

Job Description - School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Hopetown School (0000B0TT)

Overview

Hopetown is a School for Specific Purposes, supporting the needs of students (Yr 3-12) with mental health disorders and often other diagnoses. The school strives to provide engaging, relevant and authentic individual educational programs with a team of teachers and support staff. The maximum student population is 56, with a focus on emotional literacy and wellbeing, and close collaboration with families and communities.

Location

Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter Valley

• Advertisement Number: A900147150
• School Name: Hopetown School
• Staffing Area: Central Coast
• FTE: 1.000
• Contact Phone: 0243532522
• Contact School Admin: 99999999

Number of Positions

1

Remuneration

Total Remuneration Package: The hourly rate for this position is $40.64. The total salary package will include the employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

Closing Date

12-Sep-2025, 6:00:00 AM

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support

Position Information

The 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.

Specific 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.

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 all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit the NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion page.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking "Apply Online" below. 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. Include the names and contact details of two referees.

If there are targeted questions, please respond (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.

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.

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