We are seeking an Administration Officer for a temporary full-time position for a period of 9 months, unless otherwise determined. This role based at Cairns School of Distance Education will provide administrative support and services to the school's Executive team. The successful applicant will be working in a dynamic environment to enable seamless operations and positive experience for all stakeholders, from students and parents to staff and the broader school community.
About Us
Nestled in the vibrant city of Cairns, the Cairns School of Distance Education caters to the unique needs of home-based and school-based learners from prep to year 12. Our mission is simple yet profound: to excel in education for every student. Guided by a vision of providing individualised support in a flexible and dynamic manner, we are pioneers in redefining distance education. At the heart of our institution lies a culture characterised by individualised curriculum, high levels of educational support.
About The Role
Assist with the daily supervision of support staff by monitoring workloads, identifying workforce skills needs, and highlighting any performance issues to the Principal/Executive Principal/Business Manager, including research of professional development opportunities for support staff.
Develop, monitor and track Blue Card processes and Accumulated Days Off (ADO) arrangements, assist with timesheet recording and signatories for support staff and provide advice to staff of leave entitlements.
Under the direction of the Principal/Executive Principal/Business Manager, organise and manage supply and contract placements for both teaching and support staff.
Provide a range of financial administrative activities and operations including data entry, maintenance of financial registers, computing and clerical support for the effective operations of the office, in accordance with legislative, policy and procedural requirements.
Under the direction of the Business Manager, assist with regular budget reviews and provide program managers with budget and purchasing information. Assist in the management of payment plans, Centerpay, school/college purchased time, and identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities.
How To Apply
Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
A 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Occupational group: Administration
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