Principal's Personal Assistant – Port Macquarie

St Joseph's Regional College embeds the Mission of Jesus Christ in all that we do, building and strengthening Catholic identity. With service underpinning our Mission, it is through a supportive culture and meaningful partnerships with family and community we:

• nurture independent, engaged and motivated learners who take ownership over their learning and strive for their personal best
• create an inclusive environment, where diversity is valued, respectful relationships are cultivated and wellbeing is prioritised
• empower students to contribute positively to a complex, modern world as humble, thoughtful and compassionate human beings.

We invite applications from those suitably qualified for the below position:

Position Type: Full time permanent
Hours / FTE: 38 Hours per week
Commencement date: 28th January 2027

Classification & Benefits: This role is classified as Level 6 (averaged) under the NSW and ACT Systemic Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025 as updated or reviewed. Detailed information on the level, salary increments, and general employment conditions is in the Agreement.

Applicants must:

• hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
• have the ability to handle tasks with a high degree of confidentiality
• have a working knowledge of WH&S and equity in employment and a demonstrated capacity to apply related principles and policies
• comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment

Selection Criteria:

• provide evidence of well-developed communication, administrative and office skills with an ability to deal confidently and effectively with people at all levels
• capacity to show initiative and demonstrate effective time management, organisational and planning skills with an ability to meet pressing deadlines and competing priorities
• highly developed skills in a range of Microsoft and Google applications with willingness and ability to learn new systems
• capacity to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information, with a commitment to providing quality client engagement and customer service with both internal and external stakeholders and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing priorities and tasks, including the ability to work effectively outside of standard hours when required, and a willingness to take on diverse duties as assigned by the Principal
• previous experience working in a school environment would be an advantage
• have the ability to identify the Mission of a Catholic School and demonstrate Christian Values in dealings with staff

Hastings Region Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools. Child Protection Legislation requires successful applicants to be subject to employment screening. An Equal Opportunity Employer.