Personal Assistant to Deputy Principal and Executive Team
Looking for a rewarding role with excellent work-life balance? Join a highly regarded independent school in the Doreen area as the Personal Assistant to the Deputy Principal and The Executive Team. This term-time only position offers the perfect blend of professional purpose and personal flexibility — ideal for someone seeking meaningful work during school terms, with holidays off. Start Term 1, **** and become part of a supportive, values-driven school community.
In this key support role, you'll work closely with and report directly to the Deputy Principal, ensuring their day runs efficiently and effectively. From managing schedules and communications to coordinating meetings and handling confidential information, you'll play a vital role in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Your strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and proactive mindset will be highly valued in this fast-paced and rewarding environment.
Responsibilities
Provide proactive administrative support to the Deputy Principal and the Executive Team, including diary and email management
Act as a key point of contact for parents, staff, and external stakeholders
Coordinate day-to-day office operations, including supplies, maintenance, and reception support
Assist with enrolments, orientation events, and maintain accurate student records
Support planning and logistics for school events, excursions, and after-school programs
Prepare school communications and liaise with internal teams on budgets and administrative matters
Requirements
Proven experience in a PA/EA role, ideally in Education
Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritise workload and maintain performance under pressure
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Complaint handling skills – able to resolve problems as they arise in an appropriate manner
Proficient in Microsoft Office; Synergetic experience a bonus
Current (or willing to obtain) Working With Children Check, First Aid and Anaphylaxis training
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