School Administrative Officer

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.

• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
• Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs 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.

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 ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

Additional Information

The Hills Sports High School offers a broad and rich academic program enabling students to explore their passions, as well as prepare themselves for further academic study, apprenticeships, and the workforce. Our scope of academic study enables students to balance their academic, sporting, and other extra-curricular commitments, as well as engage in flexible delivery whereby being able to fulfil both Record of School Achievement (RoSa)and the Higher School Certificate (HSC). Our students excel in their chosen pathway, enabling them to access both high-quality teaching and learning, as well as coaching in their given sport. We facilitate TAFE and Vocational Educational courses including hospitality so that our students are exposed to a variety of opportunities and experiences. We value academic achievement, hence, also offer an approved HSC pathways program to support our elite sports students in both their sporting and academic commitments.

The school also prides itself on strong and effective student wellbeing structures, with an outstanding Positive Behaviour For Learning (PBL) program. Our wellbeing team is comprised of the Principal, Deputy Principals, Head Teachers, Year Advisors, Learning Support Staff, and the school Counsellor to work strategically to ensure that every student is known, valued, and cared for.

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 in your covering letter.

Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

Targeted Question 1

Can you describe how you have supported the science faculty deliver the science curriculum in a school setting? How did you assist science teaching staff with administrative tasks, and what strategies did you use to ensure smooth coordination of tasks required to provide support?