School Support Officer (SSO) - Administration
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.78 FTE)
Applications Close: 10 November 2026
School Support Officer - Administration. Temporary, part-time (60 hours per fortnight), commencing 27 January 2027.
Position Purpose
The position of School Support Officer (SSO) - Administration exists to support the strategic agenda of the Principal and the School Executive with a key focus on supporting the administration team. The SSO Administration also assists with the smooth, efficient running of the office and liaison between parents, students and members of teaching and support staff.
Commencement
The commencement date for this position will be 27 January 2027 or as negotiated with the successful applicant.
Selection Criteria
- Ability to work in a child-related environment enabling effective response to a wide range of stakeholders, principal, teachers, CSO staff, parents, diocesan clergy, and community enquiries.
- Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with people at all levels (e.g. staff, parents, students and the wider school community) in an informative, accurate and positive manner.
- Highly developed written communication skills with the ability to maintain strong attention to detail and take pride in the quality of work produced.
- Ability to prioritise, organise and complete work within established deadlines, and to maintain a consistent level of professionalism.
- Sound knowledge of administrative systems and procedures, and proficiency with office technology, particularly word processing, email, spreadsheets, database and presentation programs.
- An ability to work effectively within a busy team environment, and also to work unsupervised.
- First Aid certificate
- Previous experience in a school environment.
Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed
510 Students
55 TeachingStaff
25 Non-Teaching Staff
O'Connor Catholic College is a co-educational Year 7-12 Catholic school, catering for 520 students, located in Armidale, New South Wales.Founded in 1975 after the amalgamation of two of Armidale's oldest schools: St Ursula's and De La Salle College, O'Connor continues the proud tradition of excellent Catholic education in Armidale.
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School Support Officer (Sso) - Administration in Armidale employer: O'Connor Catholic College
O'Connor Catholic College offers a supportive work environment where teachers are valued and encouraged to provide quality education. The college is committed to the vision and ministry of the Catholic Church, fostering a stimulating atmosphere for both educators and students. Opportunities for professional growth and development are integral to the college's mission.
