School Administrative Officer - Temporary - Part Time (0.8FTE) - Shoalhaven - Educational Pathways Program

The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

A School Administrative Officer provides administrative, financial and student welfare/wellbeing support and assistance in relation to office and classroom activities, including but not limited to the following school settings: the office, sick bay, library, science laboratory, and food technology/kitchen areas.

• Working with Children Check Clearance

• First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.

• Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.

The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

A School Administrative Officer provides administrative, financial and student welfare/wellbeing support and assistance in relation to office and classroom activities, including but not limited to the following school settings: the office, sick bay, library, science laboratory, and food technology/kitchen areas.

• Working with Children Check Clearance

• First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.

• Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.

The Educational Pathways Program is an innovative, Ministerial, and executive priority program in schools designed to improve higher education and career outcomes for young people.

This position supports the Shoalhaven Group based at Nowra High School. Note there is also potential for the position to be based at another school in the region and may be negotiated with the successful candidate.

The position supports the program on a temporary basis, up to 0.8 FTE (4 days per week), commencing 27 Jan 2027 until 27 Jan 2030. The School Administrative Officer works within a base school supporting priorities identified by the Head Teacher Careers for a group of schools.

1. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
2. Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.
3. Effective oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to meet deadlines.
5. Ability to work with teachers and students.
6. Ability to perform tasks in one or more of the following areas: office procedures; accounting procedures; sick bay; hospitality and /or design and technology; science.

1. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
2. Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.
3. Effective oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to meet deadlines.
5. Ability to work with teachers and students.
6. Ability to perform tasks in one or more of the following areas: office procedures; accounting procedures; sick bay; hospitality and /or design and technology; science.

The position is part-time temporary appointment, commencing in Term 1, 2027 until 27 January 2030. The temporary appointment may be terminated early if the purpose for the employment is no longer necessary, funding for the position is no longer available or the performance is unsatisfactory.

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

The position is part-time temporary appointment, commencing in Term 1, 2027 until 27 January 2030. The temporary appointment may be terminated early if the purpose for the employment is no longer necessary, funding for the position is no longer available or the performance is unsatisfactory.

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter. Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter. Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

As a School Administration Officer (SAO), how would you work collaboratively with teaching and non-teaching staff to support the effective operation of the Educational Pathways Program? Provide some specific examples of how you would do this. (max 300 words)

As a School Administration Officer (SAO), how would you work collaboratively with teaching and non-teaching staff to support the effective operation of the Educational Pathways Program? Provide some specific examples of how you would do this. (max 300 words)

Describe a time when you used your practical technology skills to complete a complex task. Your example could relate to supporting school financial operations, data collection and reporting, supporting communications, events or presentations or undertaking another relevant administrative responsibility. (300 words max)

Describe a time when you used your practical technology skills to complete a complex task. Your example could relate to supporting school financial operations, data collection and reporting, supporting communications, events or presentations or undertaking another relevant administrative responsibility. (300 words max)