Job Description

16h ago , from Westside Christian College

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Join Our College Team – Inspire and Empower Young People!

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You Will Love Working With Us

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At Westside, we are committed to ensuring every student feels cared for, experiences a strong sense of belonging, and is empowered to achieve their full potential.

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Are you a warm, professional and organised administrator who enjoys working with people and creating a positive first impression?

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We are seeking an experienced College Receptionist to join our team in a permanent, full-time position at our Secondary Campus in Goodna.

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As the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, visitors and external stakeholders, you will play an important role in ensuring our reception operates efficiently and provides a welcoming experience for everyone who enters our College.

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We are looking to commence the successful candidate in the role as of early October 2026

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Your Role

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- Provide high-quality customer service and administrative support across the College reception
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- Welcome students, parents, visitors and contractors in a friendly and professional manner
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- Manage enquiries, incoming telephone calls and communications promptly and courteously
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- Manage visitor sign-in procedures and ensure compliance with College security and child safety requirements
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- Direct visitors and enquiries to the appropriate staff member or location
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- Maintain a clean, organised and professional reception environment
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- Manage appointments, meeting room schedules and College car bookings as required
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- Maintain accurate records and communicate information while ensuring confidentiality
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- Provide backup support for accounts payable, accounts receivable, administration and purchasing activities
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- Manage incoming and outgoing mail and arrange courier services where required
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- Archive and retrieve College documents as required
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- Work collaboratively with the Business Office team and provide relief and backup support
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- Contribute to a positive and supportive College community
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- Work in accordance with the College's Child Safety and Well-being policies
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About You

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You will have:

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- A practising Christian faith and the ability to actively support and promote the College's Christian ethos
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- Demonstrated experience in an administrative or reception role, preferably within a school or similar customer-focused environment
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- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents
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- A strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service
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- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
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- Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
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- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel
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Nice to have

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- Experience using business management or finance software, with experience in TASS or the ability to learn new systems highly regarded
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- Knowledge of child safety requirements within an education setting
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Why Join Us

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- Supportive and collaborative Business Office team
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- A welcoming and inclusive College community
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- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the daily experience of students, families and visitors
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- A varied role where your administration, organisation and people skills are valued
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- A College culture centred on Achievement, Belonging and Care
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- Permanent, full-time employment
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- Competitive remuneration of $69,000 – $75,000 (Level 3)
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📌 College Receptionist (Ipswich)
🏢 Westside Christian College
📍 Ipswich