Coomera State Special School is seeking an Administration Officer to join the team!

This is a busy, student and family-focused role requiring someone who is approachable, empathetic and confident interacting with students, parents and carers.

The successful applicant will have a strong understanding of administrative processes, including school enrolments, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification AO3
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/SER702577/26E
Closing date 02-Oct-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Jo Spain
Contact details 0460 006 991
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This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About us:

We opened our amazing facility in February 2022 and are focused on forming strong partnerships with families, staff and the local community, where together we strive to be the best school we can be.

It is important to us that everyone who steps through our door is excited to be here with high expectations!

This attitude enables us to meet the challenges of student learning in a positive, fun and nurturing environment.

Your prospect:

- Support the day-to-day administration of support staff, including recruitment and selection, induction, training, workforce requirements, staff records, compliance training, supervision and professional development.
- Apply departmental and school policies, guidelines and legislative requirements,



while managing Blue Card processes, ADO arrangements, timesheets and providing advice on staff leave entitlements.
- Coordinate staff supply and contract placements as directed, and assist with financial administration including data entry, financial registers, budget reviews, purchasing information, payment plans, Centrepay and school-purchased time.
- Assist with the management of the school's financial operations, including identifying issues, liaising with program managers, conducting research and recommending solutions, as well as supporting resource, asset and facilities management.
- Assist with stocktakes, maintenance scheduling, facility hire and building inspections, and support the Business Manager with capital works and minor works in line with maintenance requirements and school needs.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page response to the 'Competencies' section of the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

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Information Package for Applicants

Role Description

📌 EOI - Administration Officer - Coomera State Special School (Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Gold Coast