School Administrative Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Northern Beaches Secondary College Freshwater Senior Campus - 0000BDM2 .

Location

Sydney Region Advertisement Number A900158459

Number of Positions

1 Total Remuneration Package: The hourly rate for this position is $41.86. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

School Name Northern Beaches Secondary College

Freshwater Senior Campus Principal Network The Beaches Staffing Area Northern Beaches Hours/Minutes 31 hours 15 minutes per week FTE 1.000 Contact Name Lucy Muir Contact Phone number 02 9905 2634 Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

01-Oct-2026, 6:00:00 AM

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support Position Information The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

School Context

Northern Beaches Secondary College Freshwater Campus is entering an exciting new phase in its history. In 2027, the campus will welcome its inaugural Year 7 and Year 8 cohorts, transitioning from a senior secondary campus to a comprehensive Years 7–12 campus, with all year groups operating by the commencement of 2028. This transformation presents a unique opportunity to shape the culture, systems and practices of a growing school while maintaining the academic excellence and strong senior traditions for which Freshwater is known.

Our vision is to create a learning community where every student is known, valued and challenged to achieve their personal best. As part of the Northern Beaches Secondary College, Freshwater Campus provides students with access to a broad range of enrichment opportunities,



creative curriculum pathways and strong partnerships across the five campuses. Grounded in our values of Agency, Community and Endeavour, we empower students to become confident, self-directed learners who contribute positively to their community.

Our motto, "Freedom to Learn", reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of high expectations, mutual respect and inclusion, where curiosity, creativity, compassion and collaboration enable every student to thrive. Through outstanding teaching and comprehensive wellbeing programs, we prepare young people to flourish academically, socially and emotionally in an everchanging world About the Role A School Administrative Officer provides administrative, financial and student welfare/wellbeing support and assistance in relation to office and classroom activities, including but not limited to the following school settings: the office, sick bay, library, science laboratory, and food technology/kitchen areas. Essential Requirements

- Working with Children Check Clearance

- First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training.

- Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.

Specific Selection Criteria
1. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
2. Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.
3. Effective oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to meet deadlines.
5. Ability to work with teachers and students.
6. Ability to perform tasks in one or more of the following areas: office procedures; accounting procedures; sick bay; hospitality and /or design and technology; science.





Special Notes About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above.

For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees.

If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.

Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

Targeted Question 1 Describe a time when you identified an issue in an administration setting and took the initiative to address it without being asked. What did you do, and what was the outcome?

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