School Secretary - St Francis Xavier Primary School RUNAWAY BAY

The successful applicant will:

• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education;

• currently hold or be eligible to hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card; and

• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.

ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL POSITION VACANT School Secretary Position 24 hours per week January 2019 – December 2019 Level 3 Position We are seeking a highly motivated, friendly, welcoming person to work four days per week in the School’s reception. It is essential for the successful applicant to have experience in various office administrations and associated technical skills, and must demonstrate that they show initiative, are highly organised, self-directed and discrete. TYPICAL DUTIES INCLUDE: • Reception – telephone and front counter enquiries • Medical support to students as required – (including day to day procedures associated with children with diabetes) • Word Processing, Record-Keeping and student Data Entry • Mail and distribution of same to Staff and Classrooms • Events organising assistance • Assisting with implementation of school-wide processes. • Provide administrative support to the Principal and School Leadership Team SELECTION CRITERIA • Have a strong commitment to the Catholic ethos of our school • High level of interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to liaise with a wide range of staff, parents and students • Proven ability to work enthusiastically and willingly as an effective team member, or independently as required; meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality and establish work priorities • Proven ability to work in a busy school office • Completion of Certificate III Administration or equivalent qualifications relevant to the position • Ability in clerical and administrative functions and computer skills, including entry to various databases • Ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of administrative procedures, processes and functions of a Catholic School • Proven commitment to life-long learning by attending professional development • Awareness of the principles and practices of employment equity, ethical conduct and workplace health and safety ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE: • Details of prior experience • Statements addressing the essential criteria • Details of qualifications • 3 references (including at least one professional and personal) • A “Working with Children Positive Blue Card” or eligible to apply for same

St Francis Xavier is located in Runaway Bay at the northern end of the Gold Coast with an approximate enrolment of 630 students.  Our mission and our purpose is to provide high quality education within the framework of our Catholic tradition. Our primary focus is on our young learners but for them to achieve their potential they need staff and parents to journey with them in their learning. Our school motto, LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE challenges each one of us to strive for the best in all we do.

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Estimated Start Date:   Commencing January 2019

Position Tenure:   Fixed Term

Weeks Worked:  School term weeks only - holidays unpaid

Tenure Duration (If Fixed Term):  

Total Paid Hours (per wk) & Days Required:   24 Hrs - Monday to Thursday

Salary Level, Range or Hourly Rate:  

Employment Conditions:   Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement 2015-2019

This position involves working with children.  The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with the law.

Contact Person:   Kathy Fuller

Contact Telephone Number:   07 5537 2633

Contact Email:   kfuller@bne.catholic.edu.au

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