- Be the welcoming face of the School and the first point of contact for students
- Create a warm, supportive and student centred front of house experience
- Enjoy a full-time, term-time only role aligned with the school calendar
About The Role
The Senior School Attendance and Student Reception Administrative Assistant is responsible for the oversight, integrity, and daily management of student attendance across Years 7–12.
Based in Student Reception, this role manages a dedicated operational space that functions as the central hub for student movement, attendance verification, late arrivals and early departures. The Administrative Assistant is the first point of contact for attendance-related matters and plays a critical role in safeguarding, duty of care, and regulatory compliance.
About You
You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:
- Ability to work autonomously and act independently
- Excellent attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in dealing with a diverse range of people in a friendly and courteous manner
- Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks concurrently
- Advanced knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience or aptitude to work with databases and learning management systems
- Personable and approachable nature and the ability to relate to all people across the organisation
- Pleasant and positive disposition
All team members at CGS are required to have:
- Appropriate qualifications
- A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
- A current National Police Check; and
- Full working rights within Australia.
Benefits For You
As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:
- A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
- Employee awards program and generous professional development funding
- Attractive salary packaging arrangements
- Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
- Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
- Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent team members)
- School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
- Onsite parking
Working at CGS
We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.
We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do.
How To Apply
Please refer to the position description below and click the ‘Apply’ button and submit the following documents:
- Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
- Resume/CV
CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.
An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.
Attachments:
- Attendance and Student Reception Administrative Assistant - Position Description.pdf
