Receptionist - Catholic Education Office

Position: Receptionist
Commencement Date: As soon as possible
Employment Status: Term-Time Continuing (working school weeks) + 4 weeks required in school holiday periods
Hours per week: 38 hours per week
Work Hours: 8am to 4:30pm
Salary: $53,902 to $56,185 (pending experience)
Applications Close: Monday 18 March 2024
About us
Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton (CEDR) is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.
Your Role
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic persons for the position of receptionist at the Catholic Education Office, Rockhampton. This is a term-time continuing position (working school weeks with four weeks required during the school holiday periods - one week at the commencement of the year prior to school commencing, one week at the end of the year after school has ended and two weeks during the June/July holidays.)
Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Provide a professional and welcoming environment to all visitors of the Catholic Education Office (CEO).
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to all CEO communication including written, verbal and electronic.
• Oversee and manage car bookings, including service bookings (in conjunction with the Executive Assistant to the Director).
• Bookings and functions for CEO meetings including scheduling availability.
• Direct all telephone calls promptly and maintain a record of all calls and messages.
• Work cooperatively with all other staff in relation to the smooth running of the reception area and workroom area.
• Assist with special projects and events for CEDR as required.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including distribution of mail and maintenance of office resources and supplies.

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About you
We are seeking a dedicated and welcoming individual who demonstrates professionalism and attention to detail.
Applications are welcome from anyone who possesses the following:

• understanding of and a commitment to the ethos and values of Catholic Education
• excellent time management skills
• strong communication and interpersonal skills
• proficient computer skills
• the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality
• the ability to work well either individually or collaboratively in a team
• adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic educational setting

Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.
We look forward to receiving your application and are sure that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.
What we offer

• Competitive salary range
• Superannuation of 12.75% contribution
• Modern facilities and resources
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights

How to Apply

• Complete the application below
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the

for employment in Catholic Schools * Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees

• Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Employee Support Services on 07 4994 8086.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Monday 18 March 2024
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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