Address- Provide pivotal support to our Director of Active Education
- Great opportunity for a career administrator with strong attention to detail
- Work with a team committed to making a difference in the lives of children
About the Role
We are seeking an Administration Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing administrative tasks that support the Director of Active Education and other members of the Senior School Leadership Team (SSLT). The role holder will be flexible in their approach to working independently and collaboratively, prioritise tasks assigned by the Director and liaise with all members of the CGS Community and external professionals as required.
About You
You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:
- Excellent administrative and organisational skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of attention to detail and a strong understanding of confidentiality and discretion.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively to meet deadlines, manage conflicting priorities and maintain attention to detail.
- Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality customer service to meet the needs of stakeholders.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote)
- Aptitude for learning new IT systems such as those used at the school (Synergetic –student database system).
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
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.
Our Benefits
As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:
- A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 12.5% (for permanent team members)
- Staff awards programme and generous professional development funding
- Attractive salary packaging arrangements
- Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
- Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches (term time)
- Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave
- School fee concessions
- Free 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. We invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and Indigenous Australians to apply.
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:
- Assistant tothe Director of Active Education - PD.pdf
