Personal Assistant to Deputy Principal

We are looking for a highly organised, proactive individual to manage the operations of the Deputy Principal's office, ensuring smooth, efficient, and confidential handling of daily activities. The ideal candidate will be capable of working independently and collaboratively, juggling multiple tasks, and building strong relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders.......

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2024.

The College is seeking a part time (FTE 0.6) Personal Assistant to provide executive administrative support to the Deputy Principal. This role will be based predominantly at our Wantirna South campus. We are looking for a highly organised, proactive individual to manage the operations of the Deputy Principal's office, ensuring smooth, efficient, and confidential handling of daily activities. The ideal candidate will be capable of working independently and collaboratively, juggling multiple tasks, and building strong relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key to this role is a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a solid understanding of office systems, and experience with software such as Synergetic, SEQTA, and other relevant College applications. The successful candidate will also have the ability to creating training materials and providing support to staff. Your responsibilities will range from coordinating diaries and managing confidential documents to supporting policy management, report writing, analysis, and software support, all contributing to the efficient functioning of the Deputy Principal’s office.

Join our dedicated team and apply your administrative skills in an environment that supports educational leadership. If you’re passionate about education and enjoy working in a dynamic, team-oriented setting, we encourage you to apply!

You are an ideal candidate if you:

• Are highly motivated
• Have high level organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Have good administrative and Microsoft Office 365 skills. Experience with school management software such as Synergetic will be highly regarded.
• Have excellent problem-solving skills
• Enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment
• Are Health and Safety minded
• Are able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education
• Are willing to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• School fees discounts for staff whose children attend the school (after 12 months)
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application via the 'Apply to this Job' button below. Please download and view the Position Description.

Applicants are to include a Resume, Letter of Application, Pastoral Reference Letter and complete the screening questions as part of the application process. Applicants will also need to provide a list of three referees. A Working with Children’s Check, and a Police Check less than three months old are mandatory prior to being hired.

Apply now via the 'Apply to this Job' button below, as applications close Friday 21 February!

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Enquiries: (03) 9871 8600

Quoting job number: 2025002

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.