13 Oct
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The Knox School
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Wantirna South
13 Oct
The Knox School
Wantirna South
The Knox School is an independent, co-educational, and non-denominational community from ELC to Year 12, where every student is known, valued, and supported to grow. Achievement, Care, Empathy, Resilience, Responsibility and Respect are equally valued here, because education is not just about what students learn, but about creating individuals who are adaptable, thoughtful, and ready to write their own stories.
Our teachers know their students deeply, creating personalised learning experiences that build confidence, spark curiosity, and inspire a lifelong love of learning. We celebrate individuality, courage, and connection, preparing young people to contribute thoughtfully and confidently to the world around them.
We have again been recognised as an Employer of Choice and one of the 5-Star Best Schools 2026 by The Educator, a testament to our commitment to creating an environment where both students and staff feel valued, inspired, and supported to thrive.
The Knox School is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Audio Visual & Technology Officer to join our Technology Services Team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, working 0.4 FTE (Thursday and Friday).
This is a varied and hands-on role that combines audio visual support, event technology, multimedia production and ICT support. Working across all areas of the School, you will play a key role in ensuring students, staff and the wider community enjoy engaging learning experiences and professionally delivered events.
You will join a collaborative Technology Services Team that works together to deliver reliable and innovative technology solutions across the School. The role is based on Thursdays and Fridays, with occasional flexibility to support significant School events and activities when required.
From supporting productions, concerts and assemblies to creating multimedia content and assisting with day-to-day technology operations, no two days are the same. Working closely with colleagues, students and external vendors, you will help ensure our learning and event spaces are equipped to deliver exceptional outcomes.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys the intersection of technology, creativity and customer service, and who takes pride in solving problems and helping others succeed.
About the role:
- Manage and support audio visual, lighting, sound, video conferencing and multimedia technologies across the School.
- Operate and support productions, concerts, assemblies, parent events, Speech Night, live streams and external facility hire events.
- Provide technical expertise in auditorium lighting, audio systems, live sound and recording.
- Create multimedia content including video, photography, graphics and digital media to support teaching and learning, school events and community engagement.
- Supporting the School's print room operations.
- Work collaboratively with the Technology Services team to provide Help Desk support for staff and students.
- Develop user guides and deliver training to staff and students on AV and technology systems.
- Support technology projects, service improvements and strategic initiatives across the School.
- Provide dedicated AV and technology support each Thursday and Friday, ensuring the smooth operation of teaching, learning and community activities, while supporting occasional after-hours events throughout the year.
Working at The Knox School offers:
- A warm, supportive and stimulating work and learning environment set amongst beautiful grounds.
- Onsite Community Café (with barista-quality coffee), Reformer Pilates and Gym.
- Gifted shutdown period over Christmas and Current Years.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Onsite car parking.
The ideal candidate:
- Relevant Diploma or Bachelors qualification in Technology, Audio Visual Services or equivalent industry experience.
- Demonstrated experience in audio visual support, event production or multimedia services.
- Experience creating digital content using multimedia tools; experience with Adobe Premiere is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of customer support principles and technology service delivery.
- Holds a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and Current Police Check.
- Engages effectively with parents, staff, and students to build relationships across the broader community.
- Must support the School's vision and ethos and demonstrate the School Values of Achievement, Responsibility, Respect, Resilience and Care and Empathy.
- Has knowledge and understanding of the School’s obligations in respect of Ministerial Order No. 1359, the Reportable Conduct Scheme, mandatory reporting, record keeping in relation to student safety and wellbeing, the failure to disclose and failure to protect offences (and any other information sharing and reporting obligations that may arise). Training will be provided.
- Has working knowledge of and is able to adhere to the School’s policies and student safety practices, including those detailed in the Student Safety at The Knox School Handbook which can be accessed here.
- Satisfactorily completes a values-based interview which will assess suitability to work with children and young people, and ensure that children and young people’s rights are respected.
- Displays a supportive and respectful attitude to students and their families and builds positive connections with all members of the school community.
- Holds, or is prepared to obtain, a current Level 2 First Aid Qualification, including CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Training. The school provides training annually.
Commitment to Student Safety: The Knox School is committed to providing a student safe and friendly environment, where children and young people are safe, feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
We have a zero tolerance for child abuse or reportable conduct and are committed to acting in our student’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm.
The School regards its student protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintain a student safe culture.
For further information, please visit A Career at TKS — The Knox School.
Written applications close Monday 26 October 2026. In line with our commitment to child safety, all appointments are subject to satisfactory reference checks, identity and police checks. Written applications may be reviewed on receipt with interviews being held prior to the closure date.
This process is being managed directly by The Knox School. We encourage suitably qualified candidates to apply and kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact the School regarding this opportunity.
📌 Audio Visual & Technology Officer (Wantirna South)
🏢 The Knox School
📍 Wantirna South