16 Oct
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The Scots School Albury
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Albury
16 Oct
The Scots School Albury
Albury
We are seeking a highly organised, and strong communicator to fulfill the role of Senior Administration Officer. The successful applicant will play a key role in coordinating and supporting the successful execution of co-curricular activities, general administration functions and accounts payable.
About the Role
The Senior Administration Officer is an excellent communicator who liaises with a wide range of people and organisations. This diverse role is responsible for a range of administrative functions across the school including student and family liaison, accounts payable support, system management, co-curricular activity bookings and itineraries, and general customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform administrative duties including but not limited to data entry, filing, document preparation, photocopying, scanning preparing correspondence, drafting letters and or any other administrative tasks as required.
- Work with staff and students to support and coordinate co-curricular activities including sports days, performances, and school camps.
- Coordinate and manage travel arrangements for school excursions and events, including liaising with and booking local transport providers, and ensuring all transport requirements are organised efficiently and in accordance with school procedures.
- Coordinate and manage bus bookings.
- Manage school systems and communication platform.
- Support the accounts payable function for the school.
- Ensure new suppliers have completed all required induction and compliance processes before engaging with the school.
- Support the accounts payable function for the school.
- Ensure new suppliers have completed all required induction and compliance processes before engaging with the school.
- Ensure all relevant data is maintained in financial systems, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality and accessibility
- Maintain systems and record keeping for accuracy and secure data control.
- Provide information and guidance on incident management processes and procedures for coordinated co-curricular activities.
About You
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
- High level of technical, organisational, and planning skills with an ability to prioritise and manage workload, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Undertake duties in accordance with policies, procedures, and delegated authority.
- Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial, employee, student and organisational information.
Why Join The Scots School Albury?
At The Scots School Albury, we invest heavily in our people and provide opportunities for staff to thrive professionally and personally.
Our staff enjoy:
- A supportive and collaborative professional culture.
- Comprehensive professional learning and mentoring opportunities.
- Competitive salary and employment conditions.
- Salary packaging opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Supportive and accessible leadership.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must possess:
- Qualifications and/or experience in business administration.
- Accounts payable/receivable experience highly desirable.
- A valid NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment.
- A current National Police Check.
- A valid First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain).
Child Safety Commitment
The Scots School Albury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to actively support the School's Child Safe Program and uphold the principles and expectations contained within the School's Child Safe Policies and Code of Conduct.
How to Apply
- If you would like to apply for the position, please submit your current resume along with a covering letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining your qualifications, skills and experience.
- Please note we only accept online applications (via the School Website) by the closing date: Friday 30th October 2026.
- Candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date.
- The Scots School Albury is a Child Secure School and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How will my personal information and details be handled?
Your application will be treated with utmost respect and confidentiality and will be managed in accordance with the School’s Privacy Management Plan and standard recruitment processes. Your details will only be available to members of our Human Resources team and the Academic and Skilled staff within the relevant area assessing your application. If you receive an offer of employment, your personal information will be used for routine appointment processes. Where an offer is not made within 12 months of determination of eligibility, your personal details and documents will be securely destroyed.
All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia, and successful applicants must hold current and valid NSW working with children check before they commence employment.
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