School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Oxley High School

Position Information

The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

About the Role

A School Administrative Officer provides administrative, financial and student welfare/wellbeing support and assistance in relation to office and classroom activities, including but not limited to the following school settings: the office, sick bay, library, science laboratory, and food technology/kitchen areas.

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children Check Clearance
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.
• Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.

Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
2. Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.
3. Effective oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to meet deadlines.
5. Ability to work with teachers and students.
6. Ability to perform tasks in one or more of the following areas: office procedures; accounting procedures; sick bay; hospitality and /or design and technology; science.

Special Notes

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

Additional Information

Oxley High School, with an enrolment of more than 1000 (26% Aboriginal) students, is a large co-educational,comprehensive high school established in 1968.The school caters for students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and there is a high expectation of every student and all staff members. The school is closley involved in developing teaching practice which includes professional links and supports for nearby schools. There is a focus on student and staff leadership and a tradition of academic, sporting and cultural excellence with all students encouraged to achieve to their potential. A strong and positive partnership between the school and the Parents and Citizens Association supports strong and long-term relationships with the whole school community. A clear and determined focus on respect, tolerance, personal best and commitment to community.

All students are encouraged to take every opportunity offered by the school which has a long-standing tradition of offering a broad range of extracurricular activities. Diverse opportunities for student leadership are offered in the Student Representative Council, the Creative and Performing Arts Council, the Sports Council and the Junior Aboriginal Education Consultative Group. Oxley High offers a broad curriculum to cater to all students 'interests and abilities', and a range of learning support programs. The breadth of the curriculum is further enhanced by close professional links with the adjacent New England TAFE.

There is a long tradition of cooperation between all levels of the learning continuum and strong ongoing positive relationships between students, teachers and parents/carers. The school believes strongly in a learning community where all students and teachers have access to quality learning and teaching that is active, meaninglful and challenging and that takes place in a caring environment based on compassion,understaning,dignity and respect.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees.

If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.

Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

Targeted Question 1

Please provide an example of your success contributing to a major project or challenge in your workplace. In your response, outline the key challenges faced and describe how you have effectively communicated with other staff members to achieve a common goal.

Targeted Question 2

What different communication approaches have you used in talking with different people? How did you know you are communicating well and were getting your point across.