Primary School Assistant

About the role:  

We are seeking a passionate and committed Primary School Assistant to join our wonderful team, in a supportive and professional environment at our Freier campus. The role is a full-time (1.0 FTE), fixed-term position, commencing on Monday, 31 August 2026 and concluding on Friday, 1 October 2027. The position offers 6 weeks of paid annual leave and 1 week of unpaid leave.

The Primary school Assistant plays a pivotal role in the organisation and smooth running of the Primary school administration office.

Upholding the highest standards of customer service, the Primary school Assistant also maintains a high level of integrity and trust. They represent the School with self-confidence and sensitivity and embody dignity and formality. They act as consummate ambassadors when dealing with visitors and members of the school community and are outstanding hosts. 

The Primary School Assistant is recognised as very organised and self-disciplined. They have high standards and strive to improve their own practice and to make efficiencies in the school setting. The Primary School Assistant, reports to the Head of Primary, is a part of the Primary Administration Staff and works collaboratively in a team environment to support and enrich their collective responsibilities. As a member of the General Staff, the Primary School Assistant, ultimately reports to the Business Manager.  

Essential: 

• A flexible approach to work and being adept at prioritising, operating under pressure and managing multiple tasks to meet strict deadlines. 
• Outstanding time management and organisational skills, including the ability to plan and show initiative 
• Outstanding attention to detail, and a personal sense of initiative, enthusiasm and high energy.  
• High level communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to provide excellent customer service to build rapport with others 
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a group as a supportive and collaborative team member.  
• Proficient computer skills in the Office 365 suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams 
• Current Working with Children Check 
• Excellent analytical and high order thinking capabilities. 
• Strong capability working in a team environment. 

Key Selection Criteria:

1. Experience working in an administration team in a school or similar setting.

2. Outstanding time management and organisational skills, including the ability to plan and show initiative.

3. High level communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to provide excellent customer service to build rapport with staff, visitors, parents and students.