Receptionist

Hinterland Christian College is currently accepting applications for a Receptionist to join our team. About Us Hinterland Christian College is a creative, compassionate K-10 Christian School in the Byron Shire, New South Wales, Australia. We provide quality education with an individualised approach for all students K-10. We are proud of the environment we have developed for each child to grow into their God-given potential and enjoy celebrating their progress. Our teachers are passionate educators who delight in being invested in each of the students in their classes. Their love and care for the students is evident in their manner, communication and relationship with each student. Our college is situated at the base of Mount Chincogan with stunning grounds, including a dry billabong environmental learning space. The physical space provides the canvas for a peaceful, safe and beautiful learning environment in and out of the classrooms. The Opportunity: A successful applicant will need to demonstrate:

• an active Christian faith;
• a capacity to undertake routine support tasks within a school environment;
• a capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including parents, students, staff, visitors contractors and all external stakeholders;
• A current drivers licence;
• experience with Google Drive and social media applications would be advantageous;
• A Working With Children’s Check (or the ability to obtain);
• a commitment to professional learning and growth.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES Reception Management

• Attend to reception area – enquiries from staff, students, contractors and parents
• Manage all incoming calls, maintain the telephone and voicemail system
• Administrative support of student management software /parent communication apps
• Maintain student transport diary (changes to student transport arrangements)
• Administration of digital student records in Compass
• Monitor and order/collect kitchen supplies

First Aid

• Organise second hand uniform stock and parent enquiries
• Monitor unwell students, record required student sickness and liaise with parents/carers as required
• Monitor and maintain stock levels and maintain register of all first aid products

Lost Property

• Keep collection tidy and containers clean (preventing hygiene issues)
• Provide timely reminders to teachers and parents
• Arrange donations/disposals

Administration Functions

• Post Office – deliveries and collection from local post office, disperse to relevant recipients at the college.
• Assist with school student attendance information and administration
• Administration of canteen management module within Compass, including weekly student lunch orders – maintaining Compass ordering portal, phone orders, report printing and liaising with secondary staff
• Supporting relevant staff in the preparation for promotional and community events as needed
• Researching and procuring promotional products for preschool promotions and/or special events
• Maintain and organise resources within the Library space
• Update digital Library management system with new resources and students when required
• Other duties as requested by the Principal

Principal Assistance

• Actively support the Principal in delivering the College’s outcomes
• Diary Support- booking of enrolment interviews for the Principal and follow up on meeting requests.
• Operational and administrative errands as needed.

Social Media

• Collation of images and information pertaining to events and school activities
• Maintaining social media accounts and posts in consultation with the Principal
• Responding to enquiries/comments in relation to social media content

Enrolment Processing

• Collation of enrolment supporting documentation
• Enrolment administration processing – scanning and filing documents
• Entering of digital student records in Compass

College Staff Expectations As an employee at Hinterland Christian College you are required to:

• Exhibit behaviour, through word and action, which reflects the ethos and Christian foundations of the school;
• Abide by the Staff Code of Conduct;
• Be familiar with and follow school policies and procedures;
• Carry out your responsibilities to the best of your ability and in a Christian, safe and professional manner; and
• Reflect on your own work performance and seek further training or professional development opportunities to update your knowledge and skills to serve the College.

Hours of Duty 8.30am to 3.00pm – 2 days per week, with some term break work required. This is a permanent part-time position with an immediate start. For further information or an application form please contact the college office at operationsmanager@hinterland.nsw.edu.au Suitable applicants will be contacted progressively throughout the recruitment process and early applications are encouraged as Hinterland Christian College reserves the right to appoint this position at any time.