Position Information The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. About the Role A School Administrative Officer provides administrative, financial and student welfare/wellbeing support and assistance in relation to office and classroom activities, including but not limited to the following school settings: the office, sick bay, library, science laboratory, and food technology/kitchen areas. Essential Requirements Working with Children Check Clearance First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training. Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs. Selection Criteria Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team. Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work with teachers and students. Ability to perform tasks in one or more of the following areas: office procedures; accounting procedures; sick bay; hospitality and /or design and technology; science. Special Notes About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ( dandidet.nsw.edu.au ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion Additional Information Picton High School has approximately 1,150 students including 10% of students from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and 3% of students from an English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) backgorund. The school also has nine support classes to accommodate the 70 students with identified learning and support needs. We are located south west of Sydney and have a regional outlook. We have seven "in area" primary schools between Camden and Mittagong. Approximately 100 teachers and support staff work to provide a quality education for our students. Our community is a working community and has a strong sporting ethos. Our parents want the best for their children including post-school opportunities for employment, training, and university. Community input for the development of our Situational Analysis was undertaken by surveys and phone interviews as well as updates in our school newsletter. Advice was also sought from our P&C and Aboriginal Education Consultative Group, student leaders, and all teaching staff. During the transition to the new school build, staff have been developing skills in future-focused pedagogies and purchasing state-of-the-art resources to engage our 21st-century learnings. Sport features strongly in our curriculum and is highly valued by the community. We have a strong junior Aboriginal Education Consultative Group group and we are keen to develop even more opportunities to engage with our wider Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander community. How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter. Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.