Role Status: Full-time term vacancies available until 24 April 2026
Remuneration: $58,709 - $63,154
Role Details:
The Department for Child Protection is seeking an enthusiastic Business Support Officer to join our Adelaide and Woodville offices. This entry-level role is ideal for someone looking to build their skills in a supportive environment while learning a wide range of business and administrative tasks. You will assist with staff records, basic finance processes and the smooth running of day to day office operations. This opportunity offers valuable experience, friendly guidance and the chance to contribute to work that supports children, young people and families across South Australia.
In this role, you will
* Maintain staff records, prepare documents and provide advice on personnel processes.
* Support finance tasks including salary information, petty cash, accounts and reconciliations.
* Assist with workforce data, reporting and monthly expenditure information.
* Coordinate office systems including fleet, equipment, stationery and record keeping.
To be successful
You will bring a positive approach to learning, strong attention to detail and a genuine interest in supporting a busy team. You will be comfortable communicating with a wide range of people and able to follow procedures, check information carefully and work through tasks with accuracy.
You will have good organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities and confidence using Microsoft Office programs. Working well with others is important in this role, and you will enjoy being part of a team that values cooperation, inclusivity and clear communication. Most importantly, you will be committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.
About the Business:
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.
What we offer:
* Leave loading and salary packaging opportunities.
* Paid parental and partner leave.
* Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling for you and your family).
* Free annual flu vaccination for staff.
* Fitness Passport (a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to DCP staff and their families).
Special Conditions:
To find out more about this role, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please click on the 'apply' button.
Enquiries: Nicole Thomson - Senior Business Support Officer on or email:
The department values an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community.
To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.
Applications Close: 8 December :00 PM