Receptionist/Administration Support

Job Description: 

We are currently seeking a Receptionist/Administration Support to provide general administration and support to teaching and non-teaching staff in our Senior School. The successful candidate will be responsible for welcoming visitors and guests to the School, answering and directing calls in a friendly and professional manner, distributing incoming mail and undertaking other reception duties as required. The successful candidate demonstrates outstanding organisational and time management skills and can manage competing demands with professionalism and ease. 

You will be a team player who enjoys actively contributing to a team and thrives on a ‘can-do’ attitude. You will enjoy a highly collaborative environment and working directly with students, staff and parents to provide excellent customer service. 

The successful candidate will be required to work full-time during the School term, plus two additional weeks during the School holidays. 

Selection Criteria:

The successful applicant must:

• Enjoy and respect diversity in our students, parents and staff.
• Demonstrate outstanding communication skills and the ability to quickly build rapport with staff, students and parents.
• Have strong organisational and time management skills with an ability to manage and prioritise a number of concurrent tasks whilst meeting prescribed deadlines.
• Have strong computer skills and experience with a variety of relevant software.
• Have excellent administration and communication skills.
• Show initiative and be a team player who actively contributes to the team on various projects or tasks. 

Essential Requirements:

• Relevant qualifications and/or experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). 
• Experience in SEQTA or Synergetic (is desirable). 
• Hold a current Working with Children Check.
• Have the right to work in Australia.
• Hold a current police clearance dated within the last 6 months. 

Working at Guildford Grammar School:

Guildford Grammar School is a significant employer in the Eastern suburbs of Perth.  The environment is one of open spaces and is idyllically located on the Swan River. The School has a wonderful sense of community for all staff with many opportunities to participate in the broader life of the School. The School has a very strong focus on tradition and values, and this is particularly nurtured through the magnificent Chapel located on the School grounds. 

As a member of staff at the School, you can expect to receive;

• A salary commensurate with your experience and skill level.
• Ongoing professional development, learning and skill growth.
• Genuine care and interest in your wellbeing with programs and events to support this.
• Inclusion and the opportunity to play a role in relevant School events.
• Onsite free parking.
• Regular communication about School events and activities.
• Honest and meaningful feedback about your performance.
• Access to a generous parental leave program (where applicable).
• Access to salary sacrifice arrangements (where applicable).

Application Instructions:

Applicants are advised to review the Position Description attached on the School website below before applying. Applications close at 12 noon, Monday 8 April 2024 and must include a cover letter, resume and three current referees. Anyone seeking further information can contact Sophie Aplin, Senior Human Resources Advisor on (08) 9377 8***.

The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage throughout the process. 

To apply click ‘Quick Apply’ above.