▷ [22/9/2025] School Support Officer- Administration

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Position School Support Office (SSO)- Administration

Location O’Connor Catholic College, Armidale

Reports to Principal

Enterprise

Agreement

NSW and ACT Catholic Systemic Schools 2023

Stream General Employee - School Administration Services

Level 4.1

Hourly rate of pay $36.12 per hour

Employment type Part time (30 hours per week)

Employment status Permanent

About O’Connor Catholic College Armidale

O’Connor Catholic College is a co-educational high school, from Years 7-12 which began

in 1975 with the amalgamation of two of Armidale’s longest established schools; St

Ursula’s College and De La Salle College. With a population of around 550 students,

O’Connor is committed to the vision of being a faith filled community working

collaboratively to enhance the learning for all, resulting in students who are creative,

confident and informed people ready to make a difference in our world.

The staff at O’Connor are committed to creating learning opportunities for everyone. At

O’Connor, learning encompasses faith learning which is integral to the mission as a

Catholic school, academic learning so that every student achieves the best learning

outcomes and wellbeing and resilience skills which are important for a healthy, balanced

life.

O’Connor is located in Armidale, situated halfway between Sydney and Brisbane and only

two hours from the coast. Armidale is a major city with a population of 24,500 people,

which rests high on the Northern Tablelands and is known for its four distinct seasons.

The Armidale region boasts spectacular gorges, world-heritage national parks,

cool-climate vineyards and waterfalls including the Wollomombi Falls which are one of the

highest in Australia. It is an ideal area for those who enjoy outdoor adventures including

canyoning, mountain climbing, biking, bird watching or trout fishing. Galleries, museums,

fine foods and a vibrant event calendar including festivals, music, theatre, markets, book

fairs and majoring sporting events guarantee an experience suitable for all ages.

Armidale is rich in heritage with grand cathedrals, colonial buildings and is home to the

University of New England.

For further information on the school, please visit http://www.oconnor.nsw.edu.au/.

Position Purpose

The position of SSO - Administration exists to support the strategic agenda of the

Principal and the School Executive with a key focus on supporting the administration

team. The SSO Administration also assists with the smooth, efficient running of the

office and liaison between parents, students and members of teaching and support staff.

Commencement

The commencement date for this position will be negotiated with the successful

applicant.

Key Responsibilities

Duties related to the position would normally include but are not limited to the following:

Key area Task

Administration ● Reception and general office duties.

● Recording students' attendance and uploading

documentation.

● Word processing including drafting and finalisation of routine

● Compilation and entry of forms for ASC.

● Supporting the enrolment process eg; arranging interviews,

● Compliance to policies and procedures for student health and

● Coordination of school office supplies, including ordering,

receiving and stocktaking.

● Maintaining student and staff files and databases.

● Maintaining staff attendance records and forms.

● Generation of the school newsletter/ bulletin and other

documents as required.

● Receiving and communicating with the School Executive

regarding complaints.

Management

of Work Health

and Safety

● Support the school's termly risk assessment process and

associated paperwork, reporting hazards to the Principal.

● Support the Principal in the management of the accident

register and reporting process to ASC.

● Be aware of the importance of a disaster recovery plan and

its place within the school.

● Ensure emergency procedures are current and timely.

● Know about the main work health and safety issues and

procedures specific to the school and how they relate to

students, staff, visitors and contractors.

● Know what the elements of fire safety are and the associated

risks to the school through the process of risk assessment.

Management

of School

Facilities

● Establish and maintain internal reporting procedures for and

coordinate repairs with regard to damage to school property.

● Organise and facilitate contracts for installations and

maintenance to school property including upkeep of playing

fields, gardens, heating, lighting, hot water as required,

liaising with contractors as necessary including security and

cleaning personnel.

● To purchase, repair and oversight maintenance of furniture

and fittings.

School

Promotion

● Assist with school functions and events

● The compilation of advertisements for the local newspapers.

● Production of articles of interest in the school newsletter,

church bulletin, social media and other print media.

General ● Attend to any other matters appropriate for the position and

consistent with the skills of the incumbent.

O’Connor Catholic College, Armidale reserves the right to alter roles and responsibilities

and requirements as required.

Selection criteria

General expectations of staff at O’Connor Catholic College, Armidale

● Respect of and a commitment to the Catholic ethos and a willingness to foster it.

● Serve the employer faithfully, honestly, efficiently and diligently and exercise all

due care and skill in the performance of your duties.

● Ensure appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.

● Act as a team member, developing and supporting the philosophy and ethos of the

team.

● Willingness to undertake professional development.

● Maintain strict observance of school policies, rules and procedures including the

reporting of improper or unethical conduct.

● Observe and comply with all WHS protocols.

● Ensure all colleagues, students and parents are provided with quality service in a

timely, efficient and friendly manner.

25-42 School Support Officer (SSO)- Administration , O'Connor Catholic College, Armidale.pdf

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