Be at the heart of our community – the first person students, families and visitors meet, and a valued part of the College.

- An opportunity to be the welcoming first point of contact for Highview College and a vital part of our growing community

- Commencing Thursday 28 January 2027

- Ongoing, part time position - 3 days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday)

- General Staff, Category B, Level 3 under the Highview College Enterprise Agreement

ABOUT HIGHVIEW COLLEGE

- A Year 7-12 College of approximately 500 students in Maryborough and serving the Central Goldfields region, where staff, students and families form one connected community

- Ready for Life is our guiding ethos - we prepare every student for what comes after school, not just ATAR, through flexible pathways spanning VCE, VCE Vocational Major, VET and School-Based Apprenticeships

- Our GRACE values - Growth, Respect, Aspiration, Compassion and Excellence -drive us as a College, and are what we expect of every member of our community, every day

- Founded in 1974 when four Maryborough churches joined together to establish the first ecumenical school in Australia; that spirit of collaboration and welcome to people of all backgrounds and faiths continues today
- A significant number of staff remain at Highview for decades rather than years, including former students who have returned to our community to build their careers with us

WHY HIGHVIEW?

- Be at the heart of our community - the first person students, families and visitors meet, and a valued part of College events, open days and information evenings

- Competitive remuneration, an Employee Assistance Program, and great staff culture
- A friendly,



collaborative Reception team, with shared processes and handovers so you are always supported

- Flexible, family-friendly working arrangements, including part time work and job-sharing, negotiated to suit you and the College's operational needs
- A close-knit regional lifestyle in Maryborough, with Ballarat and Bendigo each under an hour's drive

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a warm and well-organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for the Highview College community. This role:

- is the friendly first face and voice of the College, warmly welcoming, triaging and directing phone calls, emails and in-person enquiries from students, families, staff and visitors
- keeps our campus welcoming and safe by managing visitor sign-in, supporting the College's emergency management procedures and providing first aid
- keeps the day running smoothly with daily administrative support - recording student attendance, sending parent communications, handling mail and generating reports on request - as part of a collaborative Reception team reporting to the Business Manager

For the full scope of the role, please refer to the Position Description on our Careers page.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who brings:

- Demonstrated experience in a reception, customer service or administrative role





- Current Working with Children Check (or capacity to obtain prior to commencement)

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a warm, professional phone and in-person manner

- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and interruptions, and confident use of everyday software such as Office 365

- Current Level 2 First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to work towards it), experience in a school setting, and familiarity with SEQTA or EdSmart are highly regarded.

CONDITIONS AND SALARY

Per the Highview College Enterprise Agreement:

- General Staff, Category B, Level 3

- Part-time role

HOW TO APPLY To download the Position Description and apply, visit: https://highview.recruitmenthub.com.au/Careers/6940154/title/Receptionist-Part-time-3-days-per-week

- Only applications submitted via the Highview Careers site will be considered.

- A Working with Children Check (or eligibility) is required for this position.

- Current and ongoing right to work in Australia is required.

- Applications close Friday 6 November 2026.

Please submit your CV and a short (1-2 page) cover letter addressing the Position Description.

Note: Shortlisting and interviews may commence before the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

For a confidential discussion, contact Cory Skilton, Head of Staffing, at @highview.vic.edu.au or 03 5459 1***.

Highview College is committed to child safety and is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and faiths.

Applications Close: 06 Nov 2026

📌 Receptionist - part-time, ongoing (Maryborough)
🏢 Highview College
📍 Maryborough