Academic Assistant

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2026.

Our College is seeking a part-time (FTE 0.4) Academic Assistant to provide essential administrative and data support to the Teaching and Learning team.  Ideally working Thursdays and Fridays, this role will coordinate key processes across curriculum, assessment and student reporting, ensuring accurate and timely information is maintained and communicated throughout the academic year. This role provides support to both campuses but is based at Wantirna South.

Through your work, you will contribute to the systems and processes that underpin quality teaching and learning, supporting our College in creating an environment where students can learn, grow and flourish.

You are an ideal candidate if you:

• Have experience working with databases and resource management software (highly regarded)
• Are highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple processes and deadlines effectively.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and can confidently liaise with teachers, Heads of Teaching and Learning, and other staff.
• Enjoy working with data and have strong Microsoft 365 skills, particularly Excel.
• Take initiative, work well independently and can anticipate what needs to be done to keep processes running smoothly
• Are able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education
• Are willing to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• School fees discounts for staff whose children attend the school (after 12 months)
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with
• School aged children enrolled at WCC may be able to access free before and after school library supervision (time/space limits apply)

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy.  We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application via our College website.  A Position Description is available below the advertisement on the College website.

Applicants are to include a Resume, Letter of Application, Pastoral Reference Letter and complete the screening questions as part of the application process. Applicants will also need to provide a list of three referees.  Please address your application to Adam Dearness the Director of Teaching and Learning.

A Working with Children’s Check, and a Police Check less than three months old are mandatory prior to being hired.

Apply now via our College website as applications close Friday 28 August!

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Enquiries: (03) 9871 8***

Quoting job number: 2026040

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.