Role
The School Support Officer fulfils an important public relations and customer service function with core areas of responsibility including;
1. General Administration
2. School Program Support in the areas of Food Technology, Science and Resource Centre
It is important to note that in 2024 Yarrabing Secondary College will open with approximately 150 Yr 7 students and 15 staff.
In the first year of the schools operations the School Support Officers role is broad and the role will focus on supporting the administration office and preparation of materials for practical classes, keeping in mind the schools small enrolment numbers. In 2024 it is anticipated that the Administration Team will consist of the Business Manager, Administration Leader and a School Support Officer. As the College grows, adding one year level each year, the administration team will continually grow, with new staff recruited and division of administration tasks and support roles for practical classes.
The School Support Officer will be flexible, competent, and approachable to all members of the school community. It is expected that they will provide a high level of customer service to the student body, staff and visitors to the College and be competent in the provision of up to date and relevant information. The School Support Officer is also accountable for maintaining and inputting accurate data for reporting to staff, School Council and Leadership teams. Accurate data recording is important as it reflects in the provision of information and reports to Families, Staff, School Council and the Community.
A professional image is the impact Yarrabing Secondary College is aiming to achieve at all times. Adhering to the College’s dress code policy and wearing appropriate business casual will be required in the school office. The College will follow a strict style guide for the development and publication of correspondence, the School Support Officer will play a key role in supporting the implementation to ensure a consistent presentation of all school documents. It is important the School Support Officer operates in a consistent, professional, courteous, efficient manner at all times.
The School Support Officer supports the Administration team and Classroom Teachers with the day to day operations of the College.