- We are seeking an Attendance Officer to run our student reception
- Put your keen eye for detail into action, commencing 2027
- Create a warm and safe environment for students

About The Role The Senior School Attendance Officer is responsible for the oversight, integrity and daily management of student attendance in the Senior School, Years 7 to 12, at the Red Hill campus. The role keeps a real-time account of attendance in every session, follows up every unexplained absence on the day, and is the first point of contact for attendance matters for families, students and colleagues.

About You

- Hold a qualification in business administration or a related field, or equivalent experience in school or student administration.
- Demonstrated experience in administration that depends on accurate records and same-day follow-up.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skill, with the ability to manage several tasks at once and to work autonomously.
- Advanced skill in Microsoft Office, and experience with, or aptitude for, student databases and learning management systems.
- Clear written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate with families and students professionally and sensitively.
- A calm, approachable and positive manner that makes students and families feel safe, with discretion in handling confidential information.

Desirable

- Experience with Synergetic or another student information system.
- Experience with school attendance or census data collections.
- Experience in a student reception, school office or pastoral setting.
- Familiarity with child safe practice in schools.

All team members at CGS are required to have:
- Appropriate qualifications
- A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
- A current National Police Check; and
- Full working rights within Australia.





Benefits For You As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

- A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
- Employee awards program and generous professional development funding
- Attractive salary packaging arrangements
- Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
- Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
- Access to the onsite health clinic
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave
- School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
- Convenient onsite parking

Working at CGS We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment. We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do.

How To Apply

Please refer to the position description below and click the ‘Apply’ button and submit the following documents:

- Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
- Resume/CV

Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo child safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance with our Child Protected policies. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Attachments

- Attendance Officer - Position Description.pdf

📌 Attendance Officer - Senior School (Australian Capital Territory)
🏢 Canberra Grammar School
📍 Australian Capital Territory