Executive Assistant to the Principal

Executive Assistant supporting the Principal and Executive Leadership TeamJoin an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026Diverse role in a leading independent College

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to join Sheldon College.

Reporting directly to the Principal, you will provide high-level executive support and play a pivotal role in the efficient operation of the Principal's Office. You will proactively manage the Principal's priorities, diary and key communications, coordinate College Board, Executive and governance meetings, prepare executive correspondence, reports and presentations, and act as a trusted liaison with senior leaders, staff, parents and external stakeholders. You will exercise sound judgement, discretion and confidentiality while anticipating operational needs, supporting strategic initiatives and ensuring the Principal is well prepared for key engagements.

This role includes responsibility for student safety and wellbeing, requiring compliance with the College's Child Safe Standards, policies and procedures, and all relevant legislative and duty of care obligations.

Why work at Sheldon College?

Sheldon College has proudly been named an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026 - a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive, rewarding, and dynamic workplace. We believe that People Make the Difference, and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family, and Professional Growth.

Our Benefits Include

Above Award remunerationSalary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-ContributionCollege-paid Parental Leave24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their familiesCorporate discounts including Health Insurance and OptometryEmployee fee discounts at our on-site Early Learning Centre and Prep-12 CollegeCoffee & Cake Days each term, with regular team BBQs and lunchesStaffroom essentials: bread, raisin toast, condiments, tea, coffee, milkFunded Professional Development with supported release timeSubsidised Staff Study and Scholarship Program

Join a team where your contribution is valued, your wellbeing is supported, and your professional journey is nurtured.

About You

Demonstrated experience in a senior Executive Assistant or similar executive support roleExceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentBe proactive in managing the work of the PrincipalExperience supporting senior executives, Boards and leadership teamsHighly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skillsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint and Adobe AcrobatStrong attention to detail with the ability to prepare professional correspondence, reports and presentationsAbility to exercise sound judgement, initiative, discretion and confidentialityProven ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholdersSelf-motivated, proactive and adaptable with a collaborative approachExperience with TASS or similar information management systems is desirable.

About Us

Sheldon College is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational College situated in Redland City, catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first-class curriculum in the academic, sporting and cultural arenas with access to state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, resource centres and studios, as well as cultural, performing arts and sporting facilities.

Our staff are our most valuable investment. Every member of our team plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment to provide outstanding education in a safe, secure learning environment, underpinned by our philosophy of Love, Laughter and Learning.

Candidate responsiveness is important to us. This role will actively commence recruitment from the date of advertisement and screening will commence immediately. The closing date of this advertistement is dependent on the appointment of the role.

Child Safety and Wellbeing

Sheldon College has a zero-tolerance approach to any behaviours that compromise student safety and wellbeing, including child abuse. The College prescribes to the Universal Principle that all children have the right to feel safe, respected, and heard, protected from all forms of abuse, harm, and neglect in a culturally safe environment.

All staff are required to uphold the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing framework, including the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Staff Code of Conduct, and Raising and Responding to Concerns Policy. It is an inherent requirement of all staff members’ employment to meet mandatory reporting obligations. Staff must apply a culturally sensitive and trauma informed approach in all Child Wellbeing related activities and Child Safety investigations across all areas of the College.

Successful applicants must demonstrate a commitment to child safety and will be required to complete all mandatory training and compliance requirements prior to undertaking duties.

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