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Office Manager

Job posted: 29/11/2024
Applications close: 12/12/2024 (Midnight)
4 days remaining

4 days remaining

Job Description

Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan

Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 19/12/2025

Organisation: Schools (Government)

Salary: Salary not specified

Occupation: Administration/Secretarial

Reference: 1455645

Reference: 1455645

Occupation: Administration/Secretarial

Salary Range: Salary not specified

Work location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan

Selection Criteria

SC1  Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

SC2  Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

SC3  Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4  Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

SC5  Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

SC6  A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Role

[Attendance requirement for this position]

An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).

A role at this range may include:

  • Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
  • Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
  • Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction.
  • Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples.

An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.

 

Mentone Park Primary School is seeking a dedicated and organised person to fill the role of student administration, student attendance, policy and marketing, overseeing OHS and general facilities management. The role is full-time and includes a range of functions to support students, families, administration and the daily operations of the running of the school and supporting the Principal team.

Competencies 

  • Strong administration skills  
  • Highly organised  
  • Ability to keep accurate records 
  • Data entry  
  • High levels of ICT skills, including Compass and Microsoft Office 
  • High levels of confidentiality and communication skills.
  • Marketing and policy experience

Key responsibilities 

  • Tracking of daily roll marking and student attendance, follow up of student `unexplained¿ attendance and communicating with Principal team
  • Signing students in & out of school for late arrivals/early departures 
  • Reception duties and assisting parents and carers with general inquiries
  • Record Working With Children Checks- volunteers and contractor¿s.
  • Supporting Principal team with general administrative tasks, including policy documentation, bookings and school wide communications
  • Coordinating prospective family School Tours incl. arranging bookings, communication with Prin team
  • Support the Principal team and Foundation team with arranging for printing and distribution of fliers as directed, communication with prospective families/Kindergartens)
  • Organises induction of new students and families into the school (liaising with AP & classroom teacher)
  • Manage administrative responsibilities associated with school transitions and student exits 
  • Attend to students in Frist Aid and enter details into Compass, including contact of parents/carers to collect unwell students
  • Organise school council elections and timeline of meetings, distribution of agenda and meeting minutes
  • Assist Principal team with administration of staff recruitment process
  • Monitor and action Maintenance Concerns. Arrange for OHS compliance/audits to take place incl. trees audit, essential safety measures, playground report, fire equipment, tagging and testing etc -
  • Follow up with general maintenance issues/trades/services (liaise with business manager/Prin team), organise tradespeople and quotes
  • Manage school marketing and online platforms- website, social media, advertising material and school newsletter (liaising with Principal team).
  • Key contact for liaison with PFA
  • Develop new community partnerships with MPPS
  • Organise casual relief teacher administration tasks- documenting CRT daily running teacher schedule, greeting CRT and communication of daily organisation to staff via Compass  
  • Other duties as directed by the Principal Class. 

Responsibilities

  • Provide routine clerical or other administrative support responsibilities including general telephone, front office enquiries, mail deliveries, assisting with stock control, supporting organisation of meetings, receiving and initial processing of standard paperwork
  • Maintain, enter and retrieve data from the schools IT systems, such as the school's records system, including computerised student, staff and school records
  • Maintain and update office records, enrolment data, diary records, and basic written records
  • Support or coordinate the preparation of standard routine internal and external communication according to school procedures (e.g. form letters, newsletters)
  • Source basic data or factual information from given sources to support school administrative functions, e.g. books, reports, manuals, catalogues, tables, forms, etc.
  • Coordinate the delivery of administrative services within the school
  • In consultation with the principal, determine and manage work priorities within the school office
  • Develop and implement strategies to ensure effective administration procedures
  • Coordinate the implementation of requisitioning, purchasing and issuing procedures
  • Manage client reception and office operations
  • Liaise with school staff in regard to support requirements
  • Coordinate staff timetabling
  • Undertakes VASS and/or VET administration support
  • Supports the first aid facilities and assists in delivering first aid to students

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Location Profile

At Mentone Park Primary School our core purpose is to foster curiosity and ignite a passion for learning so as to prepare our students for their future as global citizens. We achieve this through a relevant and challenging curriculum that enables students to achieve educational excellence in an environment that is supportive and inclusive, allowing students to become confident and creative individuals. Developing connections is a major focus of our school community and we encourage students to connect with their peers, their school, their community and with the wider world, enabling them to become active and informed citizens.

Our core purpose is underpinned by our TIER of values ¿ Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Respect. With a major focus on curriculum development our dedicated staff are continuously improving their knowledge and skill base to deliver relevant and engaging programs to our students. Our Literacy and Numeracy programs are complemented by a whole school integrated, inquiry based approach to learning about the world around us. 

Teaching the whole child and developing strong connections and relationships with the school community is paramount to the school's vision and goals. Digital resources are utilised to support learning opportunities. The school curriculum is enhanced through our broad specialist program, as well as lunchtime clubs and activities for all students.

A strong wellbeing program underpins the school's educational philosophies and the Restorative Practice philosophy guides student wellbeing practices by developing responsibility and building relationships. Parent involvement is an important element of our learning community. Parents are encouraged to take an active role in the education process through the School Council and sub committees, PFA, classroom assistance, invitations to student learning celebrations, evening presentations, Family Fun nights and sports days.

Established in 1968, Mentone Park Primary School occupies a special place in the heart of the community. With large multi use oval spaces, 2 adventure playgrounds and netball and basketball courts offering substantial recreation space we believe our school is the perfect place for your family.

Office Manager

Job type:

Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 19/12/2025

Job classification:

Ed Support Level 1-Range 2

Contact:

Leisa Higgins | 95834935

Office Manager