Position Information
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.
About The Role
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.
Essential Requirements
- 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.
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
- Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work with teachers and students.
- 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.
Special Notes
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
Additional Information
Havenlee School is on the traditional land the Yuin Nation. It is a SSP in North Nowra and part of the Northern Shoalhaven Community of Schools. The school consists of 10 classes, years pre-school to year 12 (8 IO/IS & 2 MC). The students present with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities, often accompanied by secondary physical, behavioural and other disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder. Aboriginal students make up approximately 45% of Havenlee School enrolments.
All K-6 students follow the NSW K-6 syllabuses (ES1- stage 3) and the year 7-12 students follow the Life Skills syllabuses (Stages 4-6). Each student has a Personalised Learning Plan/ Personalised Learning Pathway (PLP) from which an adjusted Individualised Education Program (IEP) is devised and implemented.
Havenlee School is committed to deliver quality education to all students in a safe and stimulating environment. The school has invested heavily in technology and is proactive in the development of interesting, engaging and challenging educational programs, so to include all students regardless of disability.
Havenlee School values the input from a variety of allied health professionals (including those with the NDIS). Through professional collaboration, the school provides an education that values and supports the intellectual, creative, physical and emotional development of each student, develops positive self-concepts and values diversity.
How to Apply
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.
Targeted Question 1
Outline your capacity to build and nurture relationships with a variety of stakeholders. (300 words max)