School Administrator

**YMCA Vocational Schools** provide adjusted education programs and vocational training to secondary students, who would benefit from an alternative learning environment. With campuses across Brisbane, the school supports students in their journey to employment. Students participate in programs dedicated to enhancing practical and personal skills, at a pace that encourages school attendance, engagement and confidence.

**Our YMCA Vocational School: Redlands Junior Campus **is recruiting a **School Administrator** to join our diverse and multi-disciplinary team on a **Permanent, Full Time **basis located in** Victoria Point, QLD**

**ABOUT THE POSITION**

Working as the **School Administrator **you will be responsible for the reception and administrative functions of the YMCA Vocational School. You will be the face of the YMCA Vocational School and will be required to communicate professionally and effectively with students, their parents/carers and all other YMCA Vocational School staff.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

- Maintain an awareness of where school students, vocational students, volunteers and visitors are located across the site
- Responsible for accurate record keeping and reporting, in line with agreed standards, policies and procedures
- Collaborate and communicate with our other YMCA Vocational Schools
- Assist with accounts payable administration and administer day to day financial matters, e.g. process payments and orders, receipting, banking, reconciling invoices for payment, follow-up on late payments as directed by the Business Services Manager
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. school and departmental staff, parents, students, and community members); provide information and advice in line with school policies and/or Head of Campus and Business Services Manager directives; and demonstrates empathy, emotional understanding and support

**ABOUT YOU**

**The ideal applicant** will be looking for a challenge, a strong interest in the development of the holistic person, a personal interest in health and fitness, spirituality, personal wellbeing, values and ongoing professional development.

In addition, you will be able to meet the following **Selection Criteria**:

- Minimum education level of certificate III in Business or equivalent, coupled with experience in a similar role
- Ability to perform a range of administrative duties with the ability to prioritise competing work tasks and meet set deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to enter data accurately and completely into systems and files
- Be able to work with mínimal supervision and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills
- First Aid and CPR qualification or willingness to obtain
- Possess or willingness to obtain a Blue Card and a national criminal history check

**BENEFITS**

**The YMCA** also offers an excellent employee benefits program which includes:

- Generous Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 per annum)
- Free YMCA gym membership;
- Discounted accommodation rates at the George Williams Hotel;
- Discounted rates at our childcare facilities
- Discounted rate on health care through; Medibank Private;
- A range of online benefits through our online employee discounts and benefits program

**APPLICATIONS**

**To apply,** please submit your current resume and cover letter that addresses the selection criteria above by pressing the **‘Apply’** button.

**Our Commitment**

The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people

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