Job Description - School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Merewether Heights Public School (0000B8VA)
School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Merewether Heights Public School - 0000B8VA
Location
Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter Valley
Advertisement Number: A900154516
Number of Positions
1
Total Remuneration Package: The hourly rate for this position is $40.64. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
School Name: Merewether Heights Public School
Staffing Area: Newcastle
FTE: 1.000
Contact Name: Tim Beaven
Contact Phone Number: 49633192
Contact School Admin: 99999999
Closing Date
24-Jun-2026, 6:00:00 AM
Job Category
SASS
Organisation
School Administrative and Support
Position Information
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.
The school is part of the Muloobinbah Local AECG and Kotara Community of Schools within the Glenrock Network and is situated within a stable high socio-economic residential area in Newcastle. The school's enrolment was 246 at the commencement of 2026, with 4% of students identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and 6% of students with a language background other than English.
The school enjoys the support of a very positive and supportive parent community focused on improving student outcomes and opportunities. The community has high expectations of the school; wanting the very best for their children. This desire allows the school and community to work together to provide well-balanced, quality educational experiences to meet the needs of the individual child.
The teaching staff is a mix of experienced and early career teachers who value teamwork and are committed to delivering quality, explicit teaching in a nurturing environment. Merewether Heights Public School has a proud tradition of providing quality and highly successful programs in the creative and performing arts, sport and extra-curricular fields.
Specific Selection Criteria
* 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.
Special Notes
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, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
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 iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
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