<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>As the welcoming face of the Junior School, the incumbent will play a vital part in the daily operations of the College by providing exceptional front-line service and supporting the educational journey of our students. Reporting to the Director of the Junior School, this is a fast-paced and rewarding role that requires a calm, confident, and customer-focused approach.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Be the first point of contact for students, staff, parents and visitors—ensuring a warm, professional welcome.</li> <li>Manage phone/email enquiries and student attendance records.</li> <li>Provide confidential administrative support to the Director of the Junior School and teaching staff.</li> <li>Coordinate logistics for school events, excursions, and special programs (e.g., Children’s University).</li> <li>Oversee junior school supplies and maintain accurate records, including sensitive medical and volunteer information.</li> <li>Assist with morning and afternoon student drop-off/pick-up.</li> <li>Support the wider College Reception team as required.</li> <li>Serve as First Aid Officer—maintaining records and supporting student wellbeing.</li> </ul> <p>To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please view the Position Information Document (PID) which details the duties and responsibilities for the role of Junior School Administration Officer. &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>The work pattern for this role is Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, term time only.&nbsp;</li> <li>Hours per week are 37.5 and 41 weeks of the school year (full time during term time)</li> <li>This is a permanent, part time (for term work only) appointment to commence in the 2026 school year.&nbsp;</li> <li>The annual salary range for a Grade 3 is $73,425 to $78,445, pro rata based on hours and weeks worked.&nbsp;</li> <li>The successful incumbent must be willing to obtain a Senior First Aid Certificate for this role.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications close: Term 4, Week 1 - Tuesday 14 October 9 am</strong></p> <p><i>St Dominic’s Priory College reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply promptly for timely consideration in the recruitment process.&nbsp;</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>St Dominic's Priory College</strong></p> <p>St Dominic’s Priory College is a College for girls, offering excellence in Catholic education for students from Little Doms to Year 12.&nbsp; Established in 1884 by the Dominican Sisters of North Adelaide, and now under the governance of Dominican Education Australia, it celebrated 140 years in 2024. Situated in a leafy, quiet corner of North Adelaide, a short 5 minutes north of the CBD, the College footprint enjoys frontage across three residential streets: with its southern façade exclusively for Junior School use.&nbsp;Conveniently located, St Dominic’s Priory College services a diverse educational community from across northern and western Adelaide, enjoying all the benefits of a city-fringe school without compromising the tranquillity of a single, suburban location.</p> <p>The College retains the ambiance and collegiality of a close-knit community; affording its 100-strong staff strong relationships with the families that have chosen a Dominican education for their daughters.&nbsp; The strength of this community is underpinned by the College’s rich Dominican history, where staff and families have, for generations, worked in concert to provide a welcoming, safe, inclusive, and supportive environment that allows every girl to thrive.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p> <p>St Dominic’s Priory College is a Catholic College educating girls in the Dominican tradition. We are a Child Safe employer committed to the welfare and protection of children and young people. The College is committed to upholding a diverse and inclusive learning environment, ensuring children and young people are valued and respected. In accordance with the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards, all potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s relevant policies and procedures.&nbsp;</p> <p>Please be aware, the successful candidate must be willing to undergo required College screening including a Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check (WWCC) before an offer of employment is issued, and screenings managed by the College such as a Catholic Clearance issued by the Archdiocese of Adelaide plus a CESA E-Screening.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>To apply for this opportunity and to find out more, or to make an enquiry, please visit the College website at <a href="https://stdominics.sa.edu.au/our-organisation/employment/" rel="nofollow">https://stdominics.sa.edu.au/our-organisation/employment/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Please ensure you complete the St Dominic's Priory College Employment Declaration Form and submit with your application.</p>