Senior School Support Officer (76 hours per fortnight)

St Thomas More Catholic Parish Primary School, Ruse

Work type: Permanent full time

Job no: 498549

Categories: Senior School Support Officer

Advertised: AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: AUS Eastern Daylight Time

A permanent full time position commencing 27 January 2026.

The Senior School Support Officer (SSSO) is a senior role in the area of administration within the school. The role exists to support the Principal and school community in achieving the vision and mission of the school, ensuring growth in faith and improvement in learning for all students. Thus, the role of SSSO requires a clear commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.

Essential Selection Criteria 

The preferred applicant demonstrates the following criteria:

  • A commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.
  • Ability to provide administrative support to the principal and the school.
  • Ability to effectively manage the administrative systems and everyday processes within the school.
  • Experience in accounting processes, data systems and financial management procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain the administration of system accountabilities and legislative requirements.

The following GENERAL CAPABILITIES are applicable to the role:

  • Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Effective  organisational  skills with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Delegate appropriately and effectively.
  • Customer service orientation.
  • Technical competence in appropriate technologies.
  • Demonstrated positive attitude to innovation and change.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.                                                                                                     

Experience and Qualifications:

  • Minimum Certificate IV in Business Administration or relevant discipline, or a commitment to acquiring.
  • Current Senior First Aid Certificate.
  • Minimum of five years administration/office management experience.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as a child related work and therefore a working with children clearance is required prior to your commencement with us.

Applicants must be able to comply with any NSW Public Health Orders pertaining to Education that are in place as of the commencement date of this position. Please refer to the NSW Health website/Public Health Orders and Restrictions for further information. 

POSITION APPLICATION 

To submit your Application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement. To confidentially discuss your Application please call Melissa Vella, Principal on (02) 46256561.

Closing date: 27 November 2025 at 5pm

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