Executive Assistant to the Head of Junior School

Executive Assistant to the Head of Junior School

Marsden Park Anglican College

Marsden Park, NSW

Admin / SSO / Non-Teaching

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 5 December 2025

Support Head of Junior School with admin, diary, events, and communications; liaise with stakeholders and assist Executive Team as needed.

Marsden Park Anglican College is a vibrant, Christ-centred learning community in an exciting phase of growth. As we expand toward becoming a Prep to Year 12 College by 2029, we are actively seeking passionate, skilled, and purpose-driven staff to join our growing team. If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape a flourishing school, we invite you to apply.

WHY WORK AT MPAC?

At Marsden Park Anglican College, our staff are more than employees, they are partners in building something meaningful. Having recently been named a 5-Star Employer of Choice 2025 by The Educator, this award is a testament to the fact we are intentional around creating a culture of wellbeing and positivity, where the strengths of every individual are celebrated. Who you are is more important than what you do, and all staff work hard to create a workplace that people love to come to every day.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AT MPAC

• A Strengths-Based Culture: We endeavour to assist teachers to discover and use their individual strengths.
• A Joyful, Collaborative Team: A collaborative, supportive and encouraging staff that partner together towards a shared purpose.
• Ongoing Professional Growth: We invest in staff development through mentoring, learning opportunities, and clear leadership pathways.
• A Christ-Centred Foundation: Our mission is anchored in the life and teachings of Jesus. Our Christian faith informs how we teach, lead, and care for one another.

THE POSITION

The Executive Assistant to the Head of Junior School will report directly to the Head of Junior School and will be responsible for the management of all matters that relate to the Head of Junior School’s office; personnel administration, time management planning, problem resolution and such other matters that may from time to time be required.

The successful applicant will be passionate about providing welcoming and excellent customer service to our community, is able to operate with collaboration, cooperation, teamwork and professionalism, has prior experience in high-level executive support, possesses excellent communication both written and verbal, strong organisational skills and be used to working to tight deadlines.

The Executive Assistant to the Head of Junior School delivers a broad range of services to support the College.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

MANAGEMENT OF THE HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL’S OFFICE

• Support the Head of Junior School in their day-to-day duties
• Ensure the Head of Junior School is briefed at all times regarding staff, parent and student issues
• Prepare appropriate verbal and written responses as directed by the Head of Junior School
• Draft and prepare correspondence, emails, reports, presentations, flowcharts, agendas, minutes, word processing and proofing on behalf of the Head of Junior School for approval
• Follow up matters as required on behalf of the Head of Junior School
• Proofread all letters and documents prepared by the Head of Junior School prior to final production and circulation
• Research and/or gather relevant data on specific matters to enable the Head of Junior School to respond to issues and/or write reports
• Co-ordinate and liaise with external groups as required
• Maintain all general administration and files from the Head of Junior School’s office
• Type minutes of meetings as required by the Head of Junior School
• Maintain a “for further action” file for any matters requiring follow up or review by the Head of Junior School
• Triage enquiries and complaints directed to the Head of Junior School
• Support the Principal and other members of the Executive Team as required

MANAGEMENT OF THE HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL’S DIARY AND EVENTS

• Organise and manage the Head of Junior School’s diary including forward planning on a yearly, term by term, weekly and daily basis
• Attend to the Head of Junior School’s travel and accommodation arrangements as required
• Plan and organise special events requested by the Head of Junior School
• Arrange catering for special events requested by the Head of Junior School
• Support the Principal and other members of the Executive Team as required

OTHER

• Carry out other duties as required by the Principal, Head of Junior School and other members of the Executive Team

It should be noted that, while detailed, this role description is not exhaustive and the Head of Junior School may, at their discretion, vary these responsibilities as required by the learning, wellbeing, cultural, community and administrative requirements of the College.

THE CANDIDATE

A suitable candidate for this position will be passionate about providing a welcoming and calm reception for all who interact with the Junior School. They will have a genuine love of people with highly developed and effective interpersonal communication skills, warmth and engagement, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and parents, offering excellent customer service to our community. With flawless professionalism and prior experience in high-level executive support, they will be exceptionally organised and be used to working to tight deadlines.

The Executive Assistant to the Head of Junior School will demonstrate an active Christian faith and involvement in their local church, supporting the Christian ethos of the College. The EA will report directly to the Head of Junior School and will be responsible for the management of all matters that relate to the Junior School Office as well as providing support for other areas of operation where appropriate.

ESSENTIAL:

• Current Working with Children Check Number for paid work
• First Aid Certificate

DESIRABLE:

• Experience with Edumate, digital database maintenance
• Experience working in an education environment or a not-for-profit environment

EXPECTATIONS

• A personal Christian faith and commitment to servant-leadership
• Support the mission, vision and objectives of the Anglican Schools Corporation and Marsden Park Anglican College
• Be loyal to the Principal, the Head of Junior School and the College, demonstrating professional and personal integrity
• Ability to handle sensitive matters in a confidential manner
• Be approachable and a good communicator
• Ability to lead others and work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and staff
• Ability to operate effectively both as an individual and as part of a team
• Capacity to solve problems, show initiative and follow direction
• Establish and maintain effective and respectful relationships with students, staff and parents
• Technologically literate and able to adapt to different technologies and to seek instruction for new technology as needed to support personal skills development
• Competence in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and OneNote
• High level of literacy skills and effective communication skills when interacting with staff, parents, students and external providers
• Be proactive and innovative and open to change
• Be committed to personal and professional development
• Be dynamic, warm, engaging, flexible and good-humoured

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early as interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Marsden Park Anglican College reserves the right to make an appointment by invitation.

Interested applicants should submit the following:

• A completed Application for Employment form accessed from www.mpac.nsw.edu.au

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FROM Teachers on Net

• A cover letter addressing Key Responsibilities, Candidate Profile and Expectations (no more than two pages)
• A Curriculum Vitae (no more than five pages)
• Three Referees, one of whom should be your Church Minister or Pastor
• Copies of qualifications, as relevant
• ‘100 Point’ proof of identity (Driver’s Licence, Medicare card, birth certificate, passport)
• Current Working with Children Check Number for paid work

Applications should be addressed to Mr Darren Cox, Principal and submitted as one PDF file saved as applicant’s full name by email to employment@mpac.nsw.edu.au

Applications close Friday 5 December at 4:00pm. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply ASAP as roles may be interviewed and filled prior to this date.

If you are ready to make a meaningful contribution to a Christ-centred learning community, we would love to hear from you.