HR Officer in Melbourne

Good Shepherd Lutheran Primary School is a thriving Christian primary school located in Croydon Hills, with approximately 700 students and 110 staff. Our vision is Discovering potential, striving for excellence, in a caring Christian community, supported by our values of excellence, service, compassion, confidence and community.

We are seeking an experienced and approachable Human Resources Officer to coordinate our day-to-day HR services and support staff throughout their employment with the school.

About the role

Reporting to the Business Services Manager, you will be the school’s sole dedicated HR practitioner. You will have ownership of routine HR operations, with guidance and support available for complex employment matters. This varied, hands-on role combines recruitment, employment administration, compliance and practical HR advice. You will work closely with school leaders, payroll and other Business Services colleagues to deliver accurate, timely and consistent HR support.

Other key details:

• Part-time, permanent position. FTE is approximately 0.8 with flexibility available to the successful candidate to negotiate whether these hours are spread over 4 or 5 days.
• 42 working weeks per annum (school terms, plus two weeks).
• Commencing as soon as possible.

Why work for Good Shepherd?

• A supportive community: Experience a close-knit community where individuals feel valued and connected.
• Commitment to excellence: We strive for excellence in all aspects of our education, embracing innovation and best practices.
• Future focused learning: We prioritise meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for the future.
• Staff development and wellbeing: Your professional growth and wellbeing are our top priorities.
• Competitive compensation: Enjoy competitive pay and benefits.

Selection criteria

You are an organised HR professional who enjoys working across the employee lifecycle. You combine attention to detail with sound judgement and a warm, professional approach. You can work independently, manage competing priorities and recognise when a matter requires further advice or escalation. You handle sensitive information with discretion and build trust through clear communication and reliable follow-through.

You will bring:

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Business or a related field.
• Demonstrated generalist HR experience, preferably at least three years.
• Working knowledge of Australian employment legislation and experience applying enterprise agreements or awards.
• Experience in recruitment, employment documentation and HR administration.
• Strong written communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Confidence using HR systems, Microsoft Office and spreadsheets.
• A commitment to child safety and a willingness to support the School’s Christian ethos, mission and values.
• Experience in a school setting, familiarity with Victorian school employment requirements, and knowledge of Synergetic would be advantageous.

Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Applications close: Monday 26 October 2026

Please note that candidates may be interviewed (and possibly appointed) throughout the duration of the advertising period, to expedite filling this position. Accordingly, we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.

For more information, please contact: Carla Milne, HR Officer Good Shepherd Lutheran Primary School

Good Shepherd Lutheran Primary School is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children and their families. We are committed to providing a child friendly environment where our students are safe and feel safe.