Administrative Officer - Waratah

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle

Waratah, Newcastle, Maitland and Hunter NSW

Administrative Assistants (Administration and Office Support)

Casual/Vacation

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Waratah

Corpus Christi Primary School Waratah is seeking a Temporary Administrative Officer to join our vibrant team for Term 4, 2025. This role is 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm.

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual ideally with Tech One Finance and Compass Platform experience and someone who can support the daily operations of our school with efficiency and care.

Corpus Christi is a Catholic educational community built on service, truth and love. We offer a supportive and dynamic environment where students thrive through contemporary, evidence-based learning. Our staff work collaboratively to deliver high-quality education tailored to individual student needs, supported by modern facilities and technology.

The School Administrative Officer provides administrative support to school staff and the school principal. Administrative Officers within the Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle may be classified as either a level 4,5 or 6. Indicative duties for each of these levels can be found under the leadership framework - Administrative Support.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school

Excellent written communication skills and strong verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated experience using initiative and self-motivation in the workplace

Demonstrated ability in accurately and proficiently performing a wide range of administration tasks

Intermediate experience and ability to work with various databases, Microsoft office programs and excel

Demonstrated capacity to organise, prioritise and multitask to meet various deadlines

An understanding and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and be responsible and accountable for own work with the capacity and willingness to work in a team environment

Willingness to Comply or Compliance with the CSO Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy.  Category A – Accreditation to Work

Experience with Tech One Finance, Qkr, and Compass Platform (desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number 

Completion of Anaphylaxis training

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (desirable)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.

Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow

A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport TandC's apply)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Training and staff development programs

Paid parental leave for eligible employees

Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND

Please provide a cover letter along with your resume

Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: Wednesday 17th September 2025 at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect.  It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.  All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Contact Katie Kingsford, Principal on Tel: 0249683220 or via email: katie.kingsford@mn.catholic.edu.au