Administration Officer

Administration Officer - Darwin Flexible School

• Continuing, Full-Time

• Start to be negotiated as soon as possible with successful applicant

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION:

Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd currently educates over 2,500 young people in 21 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 9 other schools across Australia) and two Special Education Services Schools in NSW, with approximately 800 staff nationally. We're excited to share that the Darwin campus of St Joseph's Catholic Flexible School is preparing to open its doors, offering a new opportunity for Young People in the Northern Territory.

Our schools provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for Young People who have experienced barriers to education. Here at Flexis, we focus on helping students reconnect with learning, build confidence, and feel part of a caring community.

As part of the national EREA Flexible Schools network, and building on the success of our Alice Springs campus, Darwin will offer relationship-based, trauma-informed education that meets each student where they are. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Administration Officer provides responsive, front-line administrative support that ensures the smooth daily operation of the school. As the first point of contact for young people, families, and the community, this role fosters a welcoming and trauma-informed environment aligned with the values of the Edmund Rice tradition.

Working closely with the Head of Campus, the Senior Administration Officer manages competing priorities, maintains accurate data and records, and supports compliance with key administrative, safeguarding, and reporting requirements. This role contributes to a culture of care, professionalism, and inclusion within the school community.

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ABOUT YOU

ESSENTIAL:

• A Working with Children Clearance Notice (Blue Card)

• Current driver's licence (essential) or Light Rigid license (highly desirable)

HIGHLY DESIRABLE: 

• Able to demonstrate the high-level communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills necessary to be successful in a complex and layered organisational structure

• Ability to diagnose problems, foresee potential issues and devise appropriate responses

• Ability to work in and collaborate across teams with integrity and humility

• Proven experience as an Administration Officer or in a similar role

• Excellent organisation, administration, and prioritisation skills

• Competency in arranging meetings/events

• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to draft professional correspondence

• A courteous, engaging, and efficient manner, with a customer service focus

• Effective time management, achieving deadlines and follow up actions

• Confidence to see out information as requested

• Proactive approach and high levels of initiative

• Competency using Microsoft software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams (and learning new software

• Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition

• A commitment to the ongoing and proactive protection and safeguarding of children, young people, and adults at risk of abuse

• Previous experience in the youth sector with knowledge and understanding of the local First Nations communities

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Edmund Rice charism

• Small group sizes with a flexible approach to learning

• Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/a

• Induction, Wellbeing and Professional Development Opportunities

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

HOW TO APPLY 
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To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Adam Richter, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd. on or via email

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.

All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.