Finance and Clerical Assistant

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Gilgandra
Temporary, Part Time (33 hours per fortnight)
Commencing: Term 1, 2025 until the end of Term 4, 2025
From $34.74 per hour

About the Role
The finance & clerical assistant plays a crucial role in shaping the first impressions of our school, serving as the initial point of contact for students, parents, and visitors alike. Positioned at the heart of the school’s daily administration activities, this position reports directly to and collaborates closely with the Principal to ensure a welcoming and efficient front office environment.

With responsibilities ranging from managing phone calls and emails, to assisting with administrative tasks, and providing support to students and staff, the Front Office Administrator is vital in maintaining an organised and positive atmosphere within the school. Daily tasks include:

• Answering phones and directing calls
• Reception – greeting students, parents and community – answering queries or directing queries
• First aid to students and staff as required
• Attending to first aid emergencies around the school
• General administration duties
• Support to school staff as required
• Duties around the school as required

About You (Selection Criteria)
We are looking for someone who is able to address the following selection criteria:

• A professional and personable disposition (in person and via telephone)
• Ability to work in a team environment and multitask
• Current First Aid qualifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Experience in a similar role
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Hold a current drivers licence

About Our Offer

• Work school terms only, be paid throughout the entire year
• Generous remuneration package
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
• An organisation who is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development
• Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong networks

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St Joseph's School in Gilgandra, located in central western NSW, is a one-stream Kinder to Year 6 coeducational school with a rich history and strong traditions dating back to 1909 when we were founded by the Sisters of St Joseph. Our aim is to provide every child with the opportunity to reach their full potential in a loving and accepting environment centered around Christ. We are proud of our students' achievements in eisteddfods, concerts, sports, and their exceptional school spirit. Located in Gilgandra, a vibrant rural town on the Castlereagh River, our school enjoys strong connections with the parish, priests, and sisters.

Click here to find out more about St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School.

How to Apply
If you think this position sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
• Contact details of appropriate referees
• All supporting documentation (identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:59pm on 26 November 2024.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

For more information regarding specific duties of the role, please contact the school on 02 6847 2828.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Working with Children Check Number is required for this position

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.