School Administrative Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Toormina High School

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.

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.

Toormina High School is a comprehensive, co-educational secondary school located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, approximately eight kilometres south of Coffs Harbour. The school has an enrolment of approximately 730 students, including 19% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and 2% of students from a language background other than English. The school also incorporates an Inclusive Education Unit, providing specialised learning and support opportunities for students with diverse educational needs.

The school is an active member of the Bongil Bongil Community of Schools (BBCoS), working collaboratively with partner primary schools across Sawtell, Toormina, Boambee, Bonville and Crossmaglen to strengthen educational pathways, enhance learning opportunities and support successful student transitions.

A highly skilled and dedicated teaching and support staff provide a broad range of academic, vocational, cultural, sporting and extracurricular opportunities designed to promote student achievement, engagement and wellbeing. The school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment that recognises individual strengths, promotes high expectations and supports every student to achieve their personal best.

Toormina High School offers a range of innovative educational programs and pathways that cater to the diverse interests, abilities and aspirations of its students. These include High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) opportunities, the Quest for Excellence program, Big Picture Learning and targeted student wellbeing and engagement initiatives. These programs reflect the school's commitment to personalised learning, educational excellence and providing meaningful pathways for all students.

The school maintains strong connections with its local Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities and benefits from an active and supportive Parents and Citizens Association (P&C). Toormina High School proudly partners with the National Aboriginal Sporting Chance Academy (NASCA) to deliver a targeted program for Aboriginal girls. This partnership supports student engagement, cultural identity, leadership development, wellbeing and educational aspirations, empowering students to achieve their personal best and build positive pathways for the future.

Through strong community partnerships, innovative educational programs and a commitment to inclusion and high expectations, Toormina High School fosters a positive learning culture where every student is encouraged and supported to learn, grow and succeed.

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.

Conditions

This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position. Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment.

Special Notes

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, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above.

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.