ELC Administrative Assistant

Lauriston Girls' School

Murray Street & Malvern Road, Armadale VIC, Australia

Part time Administration / Clerical

Job Description

Part-time (0.6FTE) ongoing
Monday – Thursday, 8.30am – 2.37pm
Immediate start (or by negotiation)

Blairholme Early Learning Centre, part of Lauriston Girls’ School, is seeking a warm, organised and detail oriented Administrative Assistant to support the smooth day to day operations of our Early Learning Centre.

This is a pivotal front of house and administrative role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a busy educational environment, values strong relationships with families, and takes pride in delivering high quality administrative support.

The Administrative Assistant reports to the ELC Co-Directors and supports efficient, compliant operations, creating a welcoming environment. As the main contact for families and visitors, you handle key administrative and regulatory tasks throughout the Centre.

The ideal candidate will posess:

• Attention to detail with strong organisational and time management abilities
• Skilled at prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines
• Customer service-oriented; effective interpersonal skills
• Clear written and verbal communicator
• Proactive, collaborative team player
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Professional, discreet, and maintains confidentiality
• Adapts well to change

Benefits of working at Lauriston Girls’ School:

• Competitive salaries and packages
• Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

All applicants must hold current Working With Children Check (Employee) clearance and have the right to live and work in Australia.

Applications should be addressed to the Principal and include a cover letter outlining your suitability for this role and a current resume.

Please submit applications via our recruitment portal; email applications will not be considered.

Applications close Monday 2 March 2026 at 9.00am; however, the position may be filled at any stage during the recruitment process. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Enquiries: Kim Reid, People and Capability Coordinator on 03 9864 7555, or employment@lauriston.vic.edu.au

Girls’ School is a child safe organisation which welcomes children, young people and their families. Lauriston Girls’ School has zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Lauriston Girls’ School is responsible for the care and protection of the children and young people within our care and reporting of information about suspected child abuse. All members of staff share in the responsibility for the prevention and detection of child abuse and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety. All staff are required to follow the School’s Child Safe policies and Child Safety Code of Conduct.