Administration Assistant

4 days ago

Australia Canberra Grammar School Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
  • We are seeking an enthusiastic Administration Assistant to join the Senior School Team
  • Showcase your initiative and organisational skills
  • Contribute to a team dedicated to student growth

About the Role

The Senior School Administration Assistant will support both the Assistant to the Director of Active Education and the Director of Educational Opportunity. The successful role holder will be flexible in their approach to working independently and collaboratively and will prioritise tasks assigned by the Director and liaise with all members of the CGS Community and external professionals as required. This position requires strong organisational, time management and communication skills.

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

  • Excellent administrative and organisational skills including strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of attention to detail and a strong understanding of confidentiality and discretion
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively to meet deadlines, manage conflicting priorities and maintain attention to detail
  • Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality customer service to meet the needs of stakeholders
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote)
  • Aptitude for learning new IT systems such as those used at the school (Synergetic –student database system)
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

All team members at CGS are required to have:

  • Appropriate qualifications
  • A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
  • A current National Police Check; and
  • Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

  • A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
  • Staff awards program and generous professional development funding
  • Attractive salary packaging arrangements
  • Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
  • Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
  • Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
  • 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
  • 14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent team members)
  • School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
  • Onsite parking

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do.

How to Apply

Please refer to the position description below and submit the following documents:

  • Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
  • Resume/CV

CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.

An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.

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