<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p> <p>St Mary’s College is seeking an experienced, highly organised and proactive Director of Administration to join our community.</p> <p>As a member of the College Leadership Team, the Director of Administration plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day operation of the College, supporting high‑quality learning and teaching through strong organisational systems, accurate data management and responsive daily organisation.</p> <p>The Director of Administration will coordinate key operational systems and workflows to ensure the College runs smoothly each day. Working closely with the Principal, Deputy Principals and wider leadership team, you will provide coordination across daily organisation, timetabling, events, school systems and reporting, while also identifying opportunities to improve processes and lift efficiency and service.</p> <p>This role is being offered as a POR 3 leadership position, with a teaching load by negotiation.&nbsp;The successful&nbsp;candidate&nbsp;will be&nbsp;a qualified&nbsp;and registered teacher with leadership experience&nbsp;in administration, daily&nbsp;organisation&nbsp;and timetabling.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;The College will also consider candidates who have&nbsp;equivalent operational coordination experience&nbsp;for a Grade 6 Admin ESO position;&nbsp;however,&nbsp;this will be dependent on the candidate’s ability to provide&nbsp;evidence that they&nbsp;have the ability to&nbsp;apply their experience to a school context.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity to not only influence whole-school operations and contribute to strategic priorities, but also to further develop and grow your leadership capabilities. Through this role, the Director of Administration will enhance the experience of students, staff and families while expanding their skills and advancing their leadership journey within a supportive and dynamic environment.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>You are an organised, analytical and collaborative professional with a strong understanding of school operations and a proven ability to manage complex systems, competing priorities and fixed timelines.</p> <p>Our ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership and operational coordination experience in administration, daily organisation and timetabling, backed by strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail. They will possess the ability to analyse systems, identify and implement improvements, and maintain a high standard of data integrity.</p> <p>Effective communication and collaboration with all members of the school community is essential, as is familiarity with school management platforms such as SEQTA and Edval.</p> <p>Above all, the successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic school environment and actively contribute to a positive learning community.</p> <p>Those seeking a Teacher + POR 3 role must hold a South Australian teacher registration and Catholic Education SA accreditation.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>St Mary’s College is the oldest continuously operating girls’ school in South Australia. A Reception to Year 12 Catholic Dominican College in the heart of Adelaide, we provide a nurturing, purpose-driven education where every student is seen and supported to grow into their full potential.</p> <p>Founded in 1869 by seven Dominican Sisters from Dublin, St Mary’s College was established with courage and conviction at a time when educational opportunities for girls were limited. The Sisters challenged accepted norms, creating a College where no subject or aspiration was considered beyond reach for young women.</p> <p>While we are steeped in tradition, we are not traditional. We understand the challenges and opportunities facing girls today and intentionally design learning environments that empower students to find their voice - and to use it. Girls at St Mary’s are encouraged to become confident and courageous learners - unafraid to lead, challenge norms, and speak up for what matters.</p> <p>Guided by the Dominican tenet of Veritas (truth), our values of Community, Justice and Growth shape every aspect of College life. These values are lived daily through respectful relationships, meaningful learning experiences, and a deep commitment to student wellbeing. Our Justice initiatives connects classroom learning with Gospel action, supporting students to develop a lifelong commitment to service and social responsibility.</p> <p>Our size allows us to personalise learning and meet the unique needs of each student. Wellbeing sits at the centre of learning, recognising that students learn best when they feel safe and supported. Restorative practices and our weekly WRAP program (Wellbeing, Relationships, Agency and Personal Responsibility) are embedded within the curriculum to strengthen emotional literacy and resilience.</p> <p>Our single-campus CBD location provides easy access to public transport and authentic learning beyond the classroom through partnerships with universities, cultural institutions and industry. A strong sense of belonging is fostered across year levels, with multiple leadership opportunities available from Reception to Year 12.</p> <p>The College supports a wide range of pathways and offers extensive co-curricular opportunities across sport, music and the arts. Graduates of St Mary’s College leave as confident young women, grounded in values and ready to contribute with purpose.</p> <p>St Mary’s College is an educational ministry of Dominican Education Australia (DEA) and part of Catholic Education South Australia (CESA).</p> <p><strong>Safeguarding Commitment -</strong> St Mary’s College is actively committed to fostering communities of safeguarding that recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children and young people. The College maintains zero tolerance for harm of any kind.<br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Application process</strong></p> <p><a href="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/wh1.thewebconsole.com/wh/4810/images/St_Mary_s_College_Director_Of_Administration__2026.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>Clich here</strong></a> to view the Position Information Document (PID)</p> <p>Applications should be addressed to:</p> <p>Heidi Senior<br> Principal<br> St Mary’s College</p> <p>Applications should be emailed to Human Resources Manager, Emily Semple at <strong><a href="mailto:recruitment@stmarys.sa.edu.au?subject=Director%20of%20Administration%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@stmarys.sa.edu.au</a></strong></p> <p>Applications should include the following:</p> <ul> <li>Cover letter addressing the key criteria in the PID</li> <li>Current Resume including three (3) referees relevant to the position.</li> <li><a href="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/wh1.thewebconsole.com/wh/4810/images/CESA_Employment_Declaration__1_.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>Completed CESA Employment Declaration.</strong></a></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications Close:</strong> Monday 6 April at 9:00am<i> - Early submissions are encouraged, as interviews may occur before the close off date. &nbsp;</i></p>