<p>Damascus College is a dynamic Christ-centred learning community, set in a beautiful 22-hectare bush setting close to the Ballarat CBD.&nbsp;As Ballarat’s only Catholic co-educational secondary&nbsp;college, our innovative and progressive learning environment aspires&nbsp;to challenge students to contribute&nbsp;confidently to the global&nbsp;community.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>We are currently seeking a friendly, professional, and highly organised Administrative Assistant – Parent Reception to join our front office team on a part-time basis. This role, working two days per week (Thursday and Friday) is the first point of contact for parents and visitors to the school.</p> <p>Key responsibilities of this position include:</p> <ul> <li>Provide a welcoming and informative front of house service to parents, students and members of the community</li> <li>Operate the college switchboard and manage phone enquiries efficiently</li> <li>Receipt monies and prepare and process banking</li> <li>Word processing of documents as directed by both teaching and non-teaching school staff</li> <li>Make PA announcements as required</li> <li>Perform general administrative duties, including managing incoming/outgoing mail, photocopying, maintaining stationary supplies, and ensuring the front office is tidy and presentable at all times &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>For this position, the ideal candidate will have:</p> <ul> <li>Strong administrative and organisational skills, with experience in a similar front office or school-based role</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage positively with students, parents, staff and visitors &nbsp;</li> <li>Exceptional attention to detail and a highly organised approach to their work</li> <li>Excellent computer skills</li> <li>The ability to work in a fast-paced working environment</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and support the values of a Catholic school in the Mercy Tradition</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>For an application to be considered, it is essential that applicants include:</p> <p>(1) Cover Letter&nbsp;</p> <p>(2) Key selection Statement (applications must include a document containing detailed responses to the Key Selection Criteria contained in the Position Description (available via our website)</p> <p>(3) Detailed resume and&nbsp;</p> <p>(4) Completed College Application Form.</p> <p>We invite you to visit our website to obtain further information about the College and the application process www.damascus.vic.edu.au &nbsp;</p> <p>All applications are to be sent via email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@damascus.vic.edu.au?subject=Administration%20Assistant%20-%20Parent%20Reception%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@damascus.vic.edu.au</a>?subject=Administration%20Assistant%20-%20Parent%20Reception%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@damascus.vic.edu.au?subject=Administration%20Assistant%20-%20Parent%20Reception%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@damascus.vic.edu.au</a></p> <p><strong>Applications close 9am Monday 26th May 2025. &nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.&nbsp;</p> <p><i>Damascus College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people. All employees and volunteers to the college must be committed to providing the highest level of safety and care.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><i>Damascus College acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land the Wadawurrung people. We pay respect to Elders past, present, and emerging.</i></p>