Administration Officer - Kenmore State High School

Step into a role that keeps a busy school running smoothly and supports the people who make learning happen.

As an Administration Officer, you’ll work across a wide range of corporate services from HR and finance to facilities or focus on a specialised area to ensure operations run efficiently. You’ll play an active part in improving processes and strengthening the systems that support staff, students and day‑to‑day school life. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a positive, organised and high‑performing school environment.

About the school:

Kenmore SHS is an independent Public School of approximately 2000 students in the Western suburbs of Brisbane, close to the University of Queensland.  The school is known for strong academic achievement with international tests, school data and academic competitions showing world-class results.  The school's philosophy places individual students and their outcomes at the centre of the teaching/learning process and sets a desire to see this learning engage students in practical community leadership.  Our great strength is the partnerships we forge between students, staff, parents, and the wider community.  

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator who thrives in a fast-paced workplace, demonstrates exceptional organisational skills, and enjoys building positive relationships with staff, students and the wider school community. 

About the role:

Working closely with multiple Heads of Department, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day operations of each faculty by delivering efficient, confidential and professional administrative services.  Your ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy, exercise sound judgement and communicate effectively will contribute to the smooth operation of teaching and learning programs across the school.  

Key Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide executive and administrative support to Heads of Department.
• Maintain records, databases and student information systems.
• Liaise with staff, students, parents and external stakeholders.
• Process purchasing, invoices and resource orders.
• Coordinate faculty activities and events.

We are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates outstanding organisational and time management skills
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Builds strong, collaborative relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Shows initiative, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office and able to quickly learn Department of Education systems.

If you are an enthusiastic administrator who enjoys supporting leaders, delivering exceptional service and contributing to a busy and dynamic high school environment, we encourage you to apply.

Interested? To Apply:  

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)    

• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.  

• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description  

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.