Senior School Support Officer
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 27 February 2026
<p><strong>St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Rosebery</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Monday, 16 March 2026<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 27 February 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br>
This is a unique opportunity to join St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Rosebery as it grows to being a full Kindergarten to Year 6 Catholic Primary School. Opening in 2023 with a foundation Kindergarten enrolment, children and families are a part of a vibrant and welcoming Catholic community where outstanding teaching and learning inspires all to be the face of Christ in our world. Our future-focused learning hubs provide spaces for children to strive to achieve their potential, explore, be curious, be courageous with their learning, develop empathy for others, and build positive relationships.<br><br>
In 2026, St Joseph's will have an enrolment of Kindergarten, Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3 and will grow each year until the school is a full Kindergarten to Year 6 in 2029.<br><br>
Our school is located within the Parish of Sydney City South. The St Joseph's Rosebery Church and St Joseph's Preschool and Long Day Care Centre are also on-site.<br><br><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br>
Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 74,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p>
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<li>competitive remuneration: up to $110,207. Base salary of $98,399. Salary calculated on averaged conditions (generally only required to work during school term time)</li>
<li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li>
<li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li>
<li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more</li>
<li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li>
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<p><strong>About You</strong><br><br>
As the Senior School Support Officer (Level 6), you will provide a high-level of support to the Principal and leadership team. As an integral member of the school community, you will demonstrate <strong>St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Rosebery's</strong> values and professional standards in interacting with students, staff, parents and the community.<br><br>
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:</p>
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<li>delivering high level administrative support to the school leadership and support staff</li>
<li>communicating with the Principal and school community members on administrative systems, including safety, finance, recruitment, staff development and office priorities</li>
<li>exhibiting management prowess in administration, human resources, finance, school fees, office leadership, and other related reports for the Principal</li>
<li>managing financial administration as required</li>
<li>overseeing site induction and maintaining health and safety systems and records</li>
<li>efficiently manage registers</li>
<li>demonstrating a willingness to support the inclusive Catholic religious and cultural environment for students</li>
<li>any other duties as directed by the Principal.</li>
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<p>To thrive in this role, you will possess:</p>
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<li>proficiency in administrative and clerical tasks</li>
<li>competence in financial and administrative management</li>
<li>valuable qualities such as tact, reliability, and the ability to work in a team effectively</li>
<li>a commitment to honesty, discretion, and maintaining confidentiality</li>
<li>the abiltiy to multitask in a fast paced environment</li>
<li>experience working with children or in a school environment</li>
<li>strong interpersonal and organisational abilities</li>
<li>familiarity with emerging technologies like Google Suite,Oracle, Microsoft Office software, Google Chrome, Compass, CiAnywhere, along with a solid grasp of Facilities tasks and WHS</li>
<li>a minimum of five years of administrative/clerical experience</li>
<li>experience in a team leader/supervisor or personal/executive assistant capacity</li>
<li>proficiency in financial and administrative management</li>
<li>a Certificate III/IV (TAFE NSW) or equivalent post-secondary qualification in administration, human resources, finance, accounting, or a related field.</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br>
Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:<br>
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<li>current CV and cover letter</li>
<li>referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last employer.</li>
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<p>For internal employees, apply via the 'Careers' tile in Employee Self Service.<br><br>
Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.<br><br>
If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong> <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/12NXlXECGafjFW1YktzO9pufOa_ypn22x/view">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong> <br>
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i><br>
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