Administration Assistant

Position: Administration Assistant (Community Relations) Commencement Date: January 2026 Employment Status: Term-Time, Continuing Hours per week: 26 Hourly rate: $34.19 - $35.64 (pending experience) Applications Close: Friday, 14 November 2025 About Us With a vibrant working environment, Shalom College, Bundaberg (Year 7 – Year 12) provides excellent benefits for staff including professional and career development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversity in our workforce, and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to the workplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis on caring and supporting teachers and staff in both their vocation of working in a school and other aspects of their lives. Your Role The Administration Assistant (Community Relations) will assist in the production of promotional materials, manage social media and website content, and support the coordination of school events. The successful candidate will engage with stakeholders, respond to inquiries, and maintain a positive school image. About You An understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. The ability to work well either individually or collaboratively as part of a team, and to accept direction and support. The ability to adapt and be flexible within a dynamic educational setting. Tertiary qualifications at Certificate level (or working towards) or equivalent knowledge, qualifications and experience relevant to this role would be highly regarded. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities. What We Offer Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 3 Superannuation contribution of 12.75% Modern facilities and resources Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable) Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance Access to Fitness Passport Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations Induction, professional development and learning opportunities Mandatory Requirements A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position. Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner, including some travel to schools within the Diocese. Australian work rights. How To Apply Complete the application below. Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools. Upload a current resume and cover letter that addresses the skills, attributes and experience in line with the requirements of the role including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees. Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats. Further Information For a confidential conversation please contact Gail Norris, Deputy Principal, Shalom College, Bundaberg on . For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential. Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. # bethedifference #J-18808-Ljbffr