Position Description: Recruitment Administration Officer

Commencing: As soon as possible

Location: Mt Nathan Campus

Contract: Permanent (fulltime) with 4 weeks annual leave

Days/Hours of Duty: 8.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday

Applications Close: 13th October 2026

Qualifications/Experience: Current Blue Card, experience in recruitment essential, qualification in HR desirable but not essential.

Recruitment Administration Officer

HELP US FIND THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE SILKWOOD EXCEPTIONAL

At Silkwood School, we believe the people we bring into our organisation play a critical role in creating the learning environment, culture and community we aspire to be.

We are looking for a Recruitment Administration Officer to join our Team and Culture Department and play a key role in attracting, recruiting, onboarding and supporting talented people who align with Silkwood’s vision, values and culture.

This is a people focused and administrative role that combines recruitment, candidate care, employment administration, compliance and workforce coordination. You will be at the centre of the recruitment journey, from creating engaging advertisements and supporting candidate selection, through to onboarding new team members and ensuring they have everything they need to successfully commence at Silkwood.

About You

You are an orgnaised, proactive and people focused professional who enjoys bringing structure to busy environments and making things happen.

You will have robust attention to detail and the ability to confidently manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders.



You understand that recruitment is about more than filling a vacancy; it is about creating a positive experience for candidates and finding people who are the right fit for the role and the organisation.

More specifically, your ‘Key Result Areas’ include:

- Manage Team Recruitment Processes: Using the organisational guides and handbooks, manage the implementation of Silkwood’s recruitment processes.
- Manage the Relief Staffing Cover Processes: Implement Silkwood’srelief cover staffing processes to ensure the organisations day to day work is adequately covered.
- Manage the Team Onboarding/Offboarding and Induction Process: Manage theprocess to successfully onboard/offboard and induct new team members into Silkwood.
- Manage Employment Administration and Compliance: Develop and manage the implementation of the employment processes for the organisation to ensure that Silkwood is compliant with all industrial relations requirements.
- Team and Culture Administrative Support: Work in partnership with the Team and Culture Department to support and progress the area mission.

We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, inspired, and connected to meaningful work. We want our team members to leave each day knowing they have made a difference and feeling proud to be part of something special. Why Silkwood?

Silkwood is a visionary Independent School with a unique culture. We are looking for someone who is excited by the opportunity to contribute to a workplace that values learning, growth, innovation,



partnership and making a meaningful difference.

As a member of our Team and Culture Department, you will have the opportunity to contribute beyond the day-to-day administration of recruitment. You will help shape how people experience Silkwood from their very first interaction with us and play an important role in building the team that will help us achieve our vision.

What We Offer You:

- Professional Development: Internal professional development opportunities and weekly coaching to enhance your leadership capabilities, work skills and grow in your career.
- Supportive Environment: A collaborative and supportive team committed to making a difference in young peoples' lives.
- Health and Wellbeing Program (SWISH): A Team Wellbeing Program that offers a variety of FREE and heavily discounted health and wellbeing initiatives.
- Reward and Recognition Program (STAR): A unique Reward and Recognition Program that “makes moments that matter for those who matter – our Team”.

How to Apply If you are an organised and people focused professional who is excited by the opportunity to help us find great people, create an exceptional candidate experience and contribute to the culture of Silkwood, we would love to hear from you!

Applicants who meet the requirements of the position are encouraged to apply by sending through your resume and a cover letter detailing your recruitment experience.

Selection will be based on merit. Silkwood School is an equal opportunity employer.

Further enquiries regarding the position should be directed to:

Paulette Scaife - Team and Culture Leader

Phone:[07 5655 0300](tel:07 5655 0300)

[email protected]

📌 Recruitment Administrator (Mount Nathan)
🏢 Silkwood School
📍 Mount Nathan