Job Description

Executive Assistant to the Principal

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Full time 0.8-1.0 FTE Permanent

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Provide exceptional support to the College Principal and Board while playing an important role in the day-to-day operation of a growing Christian College.

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South Coast Baptist College is seeking an experienced and highly-organised Executive Assistant to the Principal to provide high-level executive, administrative and confidential support to the College Principal, with additional PA support to the Chairman of the Board as required.

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This is a varied and trusted support role, dealing with a range of administrative, compliance and governance requirements within the education sector.

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South Coast Baptist College is an independent, co-educational Christian school serving families across Perth's southern metropolitan region and beyond.

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Please click here for our Statement of Faith.

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About the role

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Working closely with the Principal, Executive Team and Chairman of the Board, you will:

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- Provide high-level, confidential administrative and executive support to the Principal, including diary, correspondence, meetings and appointments.
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- Coordinate Board and Executive meetings, including agendas, reports, minutes and meeting logistics.
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- Prepare, edit and quality-assure professional correspondence, reports, presentations and College communications.
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- Support the Principal with confidential documentation relating to staff, student and parent matters, recruitment, employment and other sensitive processes.
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- Coordinate College events, functions, conferences, professional learning, travel and tours involving the Principal, Executive Team and Board.
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- Liaise professionally with staff, families, Board members, professional organisations and external stakeholders as directed.
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- Coordinate projects, documentation and administrative priorities, ensuring the Principal's Office operates efficiently, discreetly and to a high standard.
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Please click here for the full Job Description.

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About you

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You are a highly organised, proactive and relational professional who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in providing exceptional support.

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You will bring:

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- Experience in an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Senior Administration or similar role.
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- Excellent organisation, communication, and time management skills.
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- Strong Microsoft Office skills and confidence learning systems such as Compass.
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- Sound judgement, discretion and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
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- A proactive approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
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- Experience in a school or education environment will be highly regarded.
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- A genuine commitment to the Christian faith and the ethos and values of South Coast Baptist College, with the ability to provide a reference from a Pastor or Christian leader.
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- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and College events when required.
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Applications

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Applications close: Wednesday, 21st October 2026

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Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the College reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date.

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Please include:

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- Cover letter and resume.
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- Relevant qualifications and supporting documentation.
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- Visa / Residency Status / Passport.
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Enquiries

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HR Department

📌 Executive Assistant to the Principal (Waikiki)
🏢 South Coast Baptist College
📍 Waikiki