The Role:
This role is a significant public relations role as the Receptionist is the front face of the Junior School and has a direct responsibility in promoting and maintaining excellent relations with the Junior School and Early Learning Centre community.
The Receptionist is a key member of the Junior School administration team and assists in maintaining a range of records and databases.
This position is a full-time contract until the end of 2027 and located at the Donvale campus. The position is required term-time only.
The Average Day:
* Greet and welcome visitors entering the Campus, assisting with queries and directing appropriately
* Oversee the general inbox and respond to queries accordingly
* Provide general office and administrative support as a member of the Junior School Administration team
* Process invoices and purchase orders as required
* Support the School Nurse and assist with first aid, as required
The Person:
To be successful in this position, you will have:
* Exemplary telephone manner
* Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
* Previous experience with Synergetic, Canvas and/or Compass will be highly regarded
* Strong interpersonal skills across various stakeholders
* Proven oral and written communication skills
* Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritise workload and forward plan
* Excellent problem-solving skills with an attention to detail and accuracy
* Flexibility, intelligence and energy
A valid Employee Working with Children Check is a requirement of employment for this position.
The School:
At Carey, our staff are integral members of our vibrant community, embodying a deep commitment to learning and an innate ability to ignite the same passions within our students.
Grounded in the core values of Care, Growth, and Respect, our staff play a pivotal role in nurturing a culture where every individual is valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.
Want to find out more?
If you are interested in a career at Carey, we're excited to hear from you!
Click \"Apply Now\" to submit your up-to-date Curriculum Vitae by Monday 9 February at 4pm
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Let's work together to inspire young minds at Carey!
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