School Administrative Officer

Job Description - School Administrative Officer - Part Time - Ongoing - Warrimoo Public School (0000B4TC)

School Administrative Officer - Part Time - Ongoing - Warrimoo Public School - 0000B4TC

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Location

Sydney Region

Advertisement Number

A900150960

Number of Positions

1

Remuneration

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

School Name

Warrimoo Public School

Staffing Area

Penrith

FTE

0.400

Contact Phone number

02 47536182

Contact School Admin

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Closing Date

09-Dec-2025, 5:00:00 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.

Warrimoo Public School is a co‑educational public school nestled in a beautiful bushland setting in Warrimoo, in the Lower Blue Mountains. Surrounded by nature, our school offers a peaceful and inspiring environment for learning, where students can thrive both academically and personally. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and warmly welcome students from a rich diversity of cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

At Warrimoo Public School, we prioritise personalised and evidence‑informed teaching to ensure every child is known, valued and cared for. Our learning programmes are designed to build confident, critical and creative thinkers who are ready to contribute meaningfully to their communities, both locally and globally. We uphold core values such as respect, responsibility, excellence, integrity and collaboration.

We embrace innovation and are committed to continuous improvement. We create learning environments that foster curiosity, adaptability and a love of learning, equipping students with the skills to succeed now and in the future.

At Warrimoo Public School, our vision is to set aspirational expectations for every student’s academic, social, and emotional growth. We believe in the transformative power of public education to create opportunities, enrich lives, and empower students to reach their full potential.

Our school is grounded in a collaborative culture of high expectations, professional excellence, and continuous improvement—ensuring that every student thrives in a safe, respectful, and future‑focused school community.

Specific Selection Criteria

- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.

- Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programmes 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 Notes

This is a permanent part time position for 0.4FTE.

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 NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

How to Apply

To 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 them 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.

Targeted Question 1

Provide an example of how you have delivered excellent customer service in a busy front office environment while efficiently managing multiple administrative tasks simultaneously, demonstrating your ability to maintain professionalism, prioritise effectively, and ensure a positive experience for the school community?

Targeted Question 2

What technology skills do you possess, and what experience do you have using digital communication tools?

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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