Overview
Assumption Catholic Primary School - Mandurah
School Principal: Mrs Miranda SwannSchool Address: PO Box 3130 Mandurah East WA 6210Phone Number: 9583 8500Fax Number: 9581 7889Email Address: admin@assumption.wa.edu.auWeb Site: www.assumption.wa.edu.au
Type: Part-TimeTerm: Ongoing
Position Details
Assumption Catholic Primary School is a double stream co-educational school from Pre Kindy to Year 6. A sense of pride and joy abounds in our flourishing learning community, where the whole community aspires daily to our school motto "United in Christ".
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to the Principal to join our school. (Monday to Thursday 8am-3pm & Friday 8am-12pm). This key role supports the Principal, contributes to the smooth operations of the school, and helps strengthen communication across our community.
The successful applicant will demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic school environment. Applicants will be committed to the mission and values of our school, uphold high standards of service, and take pride in contributing positively to a thriving and busy office.
Selection Criteria
We invite applications from motivated and professional candidates who possess the following attributes:
* Demonstrated experience as a senior Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant, or a relevant qualification in Business Administration;
* Proven capacity to support a senior leader in a fast-paced environment, managing workflow, communication, and priorities with professionalism;
* Demonstrated experience coordinating meetings and events, including preparation of agendas, supporting documentation, minute-taking, and follow-up of action items;
* Highly developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain exceptional accuracy and attention to detail;
* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent the Principal and the school professionally to staff, families, students, and external agencies;
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster positive relationships across the school community while maintaining a welcoming and professional presence;
* Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with absolute discretion and integrity;
* Proven initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and respond effectively to unexpected situations;
* High level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel;
* A commitment to the values, mission, and ethos of Catholic education and the capacity to contribute positively to a faith-based school environment.
Qualifications
* Certificate in Business Administration (preferred) or 5+ years' senior-level Personal/Executive Assistant experience.
* Experience within CEWA Limited or education sector (desirable).
* Experience with SIRS, SEQTA and AoS databases is highly advantageous.
* Experience with the Breakthrough Coach (desirable).
Application Details
Applicants must submit a covering letter and CV directly addressing the success criteria. Applications should include the names and contact details of 3 referees, including the current employer. Email applications to miranda.swann@cewa.edu.au. The Principal reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.
Supplementary
Position Description & Duty Statement
All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
In applying for this position you will be providing personal information to the School. This information will be used in order to assess your application for employment.
A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must also be included. The appropriate Criminal History Record Check form is available from the Department of Education website.
On appointment successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check. Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State. A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website. An application for a WWC must be made in person.
Listed: 11th March, 2026 | Applications Close: 10th April, 2026 | Vacancy Number: 33474
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