Receptionist / Administration Officer

• Full time, permanent, Glen Iris location, easy access

• 5 weeks annual leave + additional leave days + salary packaging option

• Supportive working environment with one of Australia's leading independent girls' school.

About Korowa

Korowa Anglican Girls’ School is committed to excellence in learning, teaching and leadership. Our mission is to empower students to thrive confidently in a rapidly changing world.

Guided by our core values of Courage, Curiosity, and Integrity, we offer a supportive, inclusive and thriving workplace where your professional growth and wellbeing are prioritised.

You will join a fun, high performing and supportive team committed to delivering excellent customer service and high-quality administrative support to the school community.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a highly organised, efficient and friendly Receptionist/Administration Officer to join Korowa and be the welcoming first point of contact for our school community. This role provides essential administrative support to staff, students, and families and would suit someone with the ability to multi-task effectively in a busy, thriving environment.

The ability to speak Mandarin is highly desirable and will be considered a strong advantage.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing receptionist services and coordinating reception operations in the Senior School/Main Administration Area

• Acting as a welcoming and professional first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors, ensuring all interactions reflect the values and culture of the School.

• Student Services administration: oversight and management of absences for the Senior and Junior Schools

• Administration related to bus routes, bookings, and ticketing

• Support to the Senior School Administration Lead and the Personal Assistant to the Head of Junior School/Junior School Administration Lead from time to time as required for peak administrative loads.

• Administration duties relating to student records and archives, working under the supervision of the Library Leader

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Proven experience in receptionist/ administrative roles with strong track record of reliability and efficiency.

• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to stay task focused

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across diverse groups

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

• Highly Desirable: Ability to speak Mandarin

Benefits

• Competitive salary + 13% superannuation + option to salary package

• Additional 2 days leave + 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to excellent facilities, professional development and wellbeing resources, including a state-of-the-art sports, aquatic and fitness centre

• Convenient onsite parking + close proximity to public transport

• Supportive leadership team + positive, inclusive workplace culture

How to apply

Applications should be addressed to Frances Booth, Principal. Please submit a cover letter and current CV via SEEK. Applications will be reviewed as received, so early applications are encouraged.

Applications close: 5pm on Monday 2 February 2025 (unless filled earlier)

Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted with regards to the progress of their application.

Korowa Anglican Girls’ School is committed to child safety. All applicants must comply with our Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct, hold a current Working With Children Check, and have the right to work in Australia. Police and background checks will be conducted.