Acting Senior School Support Officer (76 hours per fortnight)

A temporary full time position commencing as soon as possible until 27 January 2027. For existing employees of Catholic Education, Diocese of Wollongong this is a secondment opportunity.

The Acting Senior School Support Officer (SSSO) is a senior role in the area of administration within the school. The role exists to support the Principal and school community in achieving the vision and mission of the school, ensuring growth in faith and improvement in learning for all students. Thus, the role of SSSO requires a clear commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.

Essential Selection Criteria 

The preferred applicant demonstrates the following criteria:

• A commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.
• Ability to provide administrative support to the principal and the school.
• Ability to effectively manage the administrative systems and everyday processes within the school.
• Experience in accounting processes, data systems and financial management procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain the administration of system accountabilities and legislative requirements.

The following GENERAL CAPABILITIES are applicable to the role:

• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective  organisational  skills with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Delegate appropriately and effectively.
• Customer service orientation.
• Technical competence in appropriate technologies.
• Demonstrated positive attitude to innovation and change.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.                                                                                                     

Experience and Qualifications:

• Minimum Certificate IV in Business Administration or relevant discipline, or a commitment to acquiring.
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate.
• Minimum of five years administration/office management experience.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as a child related work and therefore a working with children clearance is required prior to your commencement with us.

POSITION APPLICATION 

To submit your Application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement. To confidentially discuss your Application please call Angela Pecnik, Principal on (02) 4256 2***.

Closing date: 7 September 2026 at 11.55pm