Executive Assistant to The Principal

**Hume Anglican Grammar** **- About the school**:
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Hume Anglican Grammar is a multi-campus co-educational Anglican Diocesan School offering education from Prep to Year 12 in the Northern growth corridor of Melbourne.??
- Hume has an open enrolment policy so educates children from many faiths and with a diverse range of backgrounds and abilities.?
- The School aspires to develop young people who are kind, creative, inquiring, socially and emotionally at ease, and who strive to achieve their personal best in all their endeavours.?
- In 2025, the School will have 2,960 students and employ some 290 staff - 195 teaching and 95 non-teaching. The student enrolment at each campus is at Mt Ridley 1,448, Donnybrook 1,036 and Kalkallo 476.?
- Ultimately at capacity, Hume will have 3,640 students (Mt Ridley 1,456, Donnybrook 1,596 and Kalkallo 588) with a corresponding cohort of teaching and general staff totalling 350 across its three campuses with plans for further expansion.?
- As one of Victoria’s fastest growing schools, it is expected to be one of the largest non-government schools in the state, with plans for further expansion

Hume provides its students with an education that prepares them for the challenges of life, equips them to contribute to the community in an environment based on Christian values and at a cost affordable to as many families as possible. By establishing high standards in all that we do, every student is encouraged and supported to discover and fulfil their unique potential.??

It is not by chance that we have young people who readily display warmth, humour and respect for one another and their teachers.?

**About the role**:
The Executive Assistant to the Principal plays a pivotal role in executive management and is a highly respected position within School organisation. This role has significant responsibility for providing exceptional administrative, organisational and secretarial support to the Principal to ensure the smooth running of the office.

The Executive Assistant to the Principal has overall responsibility for the organisation of the Principal’s office and works very closely with the Senior Leadership Team. They act as an efficient and effective conduit between the Principal and the students, staff and parents.

The Executive Assistant to the Principal upholds the highest level of integrity and trust. They represent the School and the Principal with self-confidence and discernment, and embody dignity and formality. They liaise with senior personnel from external organisations, care for the needs of dignitaries and act as outstanding hosts.

The Executive Assistant to the Principal exhibits the highest level of judgement to ensure disruptions to the Principal’s schedule are minimised, whilst balancing the need to maintain their visibility and accessibility. They foresee the impact of future activities, anticipate work demands and proactively engage themselves in the Principal’s schedule.

The Executive Assistant to the Principal is a part of the Administration Staff and works collaboratively in a team environment to support and enrich their collective responsibilities as well as continuing to build and model Hume’s collegial and values led culture. They promote a culture of mutual respect, encouragement, and work with others in a professional, ethical and cooperative manner ensuring the School is presented in a positive and welcoming light.

**Requirements of the Role**:

- A current Working With Children check.
- Demonstrated relevant experience assisting a School Principal or equivalent Senior Executive
- Outstanding organisational skills, planning, analytical and high order thinking capabilities.
- Relevant experience assisting and supporting executive level management meetings.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships.
- Highly proficient computer skills in the MS Office suite including Outlook and Word

**How to Apply**:
**Executive Assistant to the Principal**

Administration & Office Support PA, EA & Secretarial

Closes 26th Dec 24

Mt Ridley Campus | Mickleham, Victoria 3064 Australia