School Operations Coordinator

At Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate School Operations Coordinator to join our dedicated David Scott School team.

Location: Frankston

Job Type: Full-Time (12-month contract) working 38 hours per week

Salary: $73,467 - $89,335 per annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)

What we offer our employees

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role

The School Operations Coordinator supports the smooth daily operations of the David Scott School by managing administrative, enrolment, and compliance activities. The role ensures the effective coordination of systems, data, and processes across the school while contributing to continuous improvement in operations, risk management, and compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate school administration, enrolment, attendance, and student data processes.
• Support the management of Compass and other operational systems to maintain accurate records and reporting.
• Assist with school events, communications, and staff induction processes.
• Provide operational and compliance support, including documentation for audits, policy implementation, and risk management activities.
• Oversee facilities coordination, financial processing, and workflow improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• A tertiary qualification in Business Administration or a related discipline (desirable).
• Proven experience providing a broad range of administrative support within a school environment.
• Strong understanding of school registration standards and compliance requirements, including VRQA and VCAA.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality correspondence, reports, and meeting minutes.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan workloads, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience managing student data systems, such as Compass, and coordinating enrolment and attendance processes.
• Sound understanding of risk management, policy implementation, and continuous improvement processes within an educational context.
• Commitment to maintaining child safety, inclusion, and cultural awareness in all aspects of school operations.

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter,
• A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and
• A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description. 

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click  here. 

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Aaron Quarrell at (03) 8781 5907 or aaron.quarrell@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications close: Friday, 16 January 2025 at Midnight. 

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.

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