[Apply in 3 Minutes] Receptionist P/T

Overview

Hinterland Christian College is currently accepting applications for a Receptionist to join our team in Term 4 2025.

Hinterland Christian College is a creative, compassionate K-10 Christian School in the Byron Shire, New South Wales, Australia.

We provide quality education with an individualised approach for all students K-10. We are proud of the environment we have developed for each child to grow into their God-given potential and enjoy celebrating their progress.

Our teachers are passionate educators who delight in being invested in each of the students in their classes. Their love and care for the students is evident in their manner, communication and relationship with each student.

Our college is situated at the base of Mount Chincogan with stunning grounds, including a dry billabong environmental learning space. The physical space provides the canvas for a peaceful, safe and beautiful learning environment in and out of the classrooms.

The Opportunity

A successful applicant will need to demonstrate:

- A strong, active Christian faith with a clear commitment to serving God in and through their work.

- A willingness to actively support and contribute to the Christian ethos, mission, and values of Hinterland Christian College.

- A lifestyle and conduct consistent with biblical principles, modelling Christ-like character within the school community.

- A capacity to communicate with warmth, grace, and professionalism with all members of the school community, including parents, students, staff, visitors, contractors, and external stakeholders.

- A servant-hearted approach, with a genuine desire to support the ministry of the College.

- The ability to undertake routine administrative and reception tasks with diligence, accuracy, and care.

- Strong organisational and interpersonal skills, demonstrating reliability and integrity.

- A commitment to professional learning and personal growth.

- A current driver’s licence.

- A Working With Children Check (or the ability to obtain one).

- Experience with Google Drive and social media applications would be advantageous.

Role, Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Customer service

- Attend to reception area – enquiries from staff, students and parents;

- Assist with school student attendance information;

- Manage all incoming calls, maintain the telephone and voicemail system;Order, collect or arrange event supplies on request;

- Organise second hand uniform stock and parent enquiries;

- Work with College/parent communication apps; and

- Maintain student transport diary (change to student transport arrangements).

First Aid

- Monitor unwell students, record required student sickness and liaise with parents/carers as required; and

- Monitor and maintain stock levels and register of all first aid products.

Social Media

- Collation of images and information pertaining to events and school activities;

- Maintaining social media accounts and posts in consultation with the Principal; and

- Responding to enquiries/comments in relation to social media content.

Administration

- Monitor and order office consumables in consultation with the Operations Manager;

- Monitor and order/collect kitchen supplies;

- Post Office – deliveries and collection from local post office; and

- Other duties as assigned by the Principal or their delegate.

College Staff Expectations

As an employee at Hinterland Christian College, you are required to:

- Exhibit behaviour, through word and action, which reflects the ethos, values, and Christian foundations of the College.

- Actively support and contribute to the spiritual life of the school, including staff devotions, prayer, and worship events.

- Abide by the Staff Code of Conduct and model Christ-like character in all interactions with students, families, colleagues, and the wider community.

- Be familiar with, and faithfully follow, College policies and procedures.

- Carry out your responsibilities diligently, safely, and professionally, with a servant-hearted attitude that honours God and blesses others.

- Commit to personal reflection, prayer, and continual growth, seeking opportunities for professional learning and spiritual development in order to serve the College more effectively.

- Uphold the mission of Hinterland Christian College to provide Christ-centred education that enables students to flourish in faith, character, and learning.

Hours of Duty

3 Days per week, 8.15am to 3.15pm (8 weeks leave). This is a permanent part-time position. For further information or an application form please contact the college office at operationsmanager@hinterland.nsw.edu.au

Suitable applicants will be contacted progressively throughout the recruitment process and early applications are encouraged as Hinterland Christian College reserves the right to appoint this position at any time.

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