Correspondence & Administration Officer

**Join the NSW Department of Education as a Correspondence & Administration Officer (Clerk Grade 5/6)**

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and detail-focused administrative professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about correspondence. We are excited to announce openings for multiple Correspondence & Administrative Officer roles within the Teaching, Learning and Student Wellbeing (TLSW) division.
- Location: Parramatta with access to flexible working arrangements available
- Salary: Clerk Grade 5/6 with base salary ranging from $97,027 to $107,059 per annum, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Ongoing full-time opportunity.

**About the NSW Department of Education**

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners - from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We’re proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.

We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

**About the role**

In this pivotal role, you will provide high-level executive, administrative, and correspondence support to facilitate smooth business operations across the unit. From managing official correspondence and supporting records systems, to liaising with senior officers and preparing professional documentation—you’ll be the operational backbone that keeps our team running efficiently and effectively.

For further information including a full list of key accountabilities click here to view the role description.

**Key knowledge and experience**:

- Strong administrative and organisational skills, with demonstrated experience managing correspondence, records, and documentation in a high-volume environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and familiarity with document management systems and other business technologies.
- Understanding of records management protocols and ability to implement and maintain effective filing and tracking systems.
- Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

**Essential requirements**:

- Hold a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment (or willing to acquire one)
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education

**About the Teaching, Learning and Student Wellbeing division**

The Teaching, Learning and Student Wellbeing (TLSW) division strives to improve educational and wellbeing outcomes for every young child and every student. The division includes 5 directorates providing support to schools:

- **Curriculum**directorate leads coordination of special programs and leading the department’s response to the NSW Curriculum Reform supporting curriculum implementation across P-12.
- **Inclusion & Wellbeing** directorate leads coordination of state-wide strategy, policies and programs to lift student participation, health and wellbeing, outcomes for students with disability, maximising access, inclusion and wellbeing of students in education from P-12.
- **Student Support and Specialist Programs**directorate provides state-wide student support services and specialist programs to support student engagement in Arts, Sport, Community Languages and International programs, child wellbeing and mental health, and assisted school travel.
- **Student Wellbeing Support**directorate provides state-wide direct support to schools to strengthen accessible and inclusive education practice to maximise wellbeing and learning for students in NSW public schools.
- **Teaching and Learning Support**directorate develops and delivers evidence-based professional learning, resources and advice that enables schools, teachers and the system to support all learners to effectively access the curriculum to fulfill their potential.

**Why Join Us?**
- Be part of Australia’s largest education system
- 35 hour working week
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements
- Flex leave entitlements, generous holidays and leave conditions
- Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Fitness Passport
- Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

**How to apply**

**Applications close: Thursday 12 June 2025 at 11:59pm**

**This is a child-related role.**As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a va