Casual Receptionist / Administration Assistant

Casual position, 8am to 10.30am daily, commencing as soon as possible
Enjoy a busy and varied role in a supportive school community
Middle School (girls), Keilor East campus

The Role

We seek a well presented, professional and highly organised Receptionist / Administration Assistant to provide administrative support and front of house Reception service at McNab House (Middle School Girls, Years 7-10).

This is position will commence asap working 8am to 10:30am, Monday to Friday with the option of potential additional casual administration work across other parts of the school.

Working in a busy school environment, you will be confident managing competing priorities, responding to enquiries, processing absences, maintaining accurate information and providing calm, confidential and professional support.

You will work closely with the Personal Assistant and support the Head of McNab House and their leadership teams.

We are looking for someone who offers:

Relevant reception, administration or customer service experience
A welcoming, service-focused approach and the ability to create a positive first impression
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence liaising with students, parents, staff and visitors
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and efficiently
A professional, discreet and confidential approach
Sound computer skills, including Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and data entry; experience with Synergetic would be an advantage
The ability to draft, format and proofread documents with attention to detail
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
A demonstrated commitment to child safety, including appropriate behaviours when engaging with children and support for children from diverse needs and backgrounds
A valid Working With Children Check

Benefits include free on-site parking and staff wellbeing support, including access to the school's fitness facilities and Employee Assistance Program support.

About PEGS

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School (PEGS) has approximately 3,000 students from Kindergarten to Year 12 across campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor East.

At the heart of all we do at PEGS are our core values, embodied in REACH: Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Curiosity and Heart.

We offer a diamond education model, with co-education in Kindergarten, single-sex education throughout the Junior and Middle School years, and co-education at the Senior School (Larkin Centre) in Years 11 and 12.

Our outstanding staff, facilities and programmes support student wellbeing and learning while developing creative, curious, reflective and courageous young people who are equipped to make a positive contribution to their communities.

PEGS promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with individual needs.

To Apply

Please apply through the link with your letter of application, resume and the names of at least two referees to Ms Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources.

Applications are due 9am Thursday 3 September.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may commence interviews prior to the closing date. As such, this advertisement may close earlier than advertised if a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage interested applicants to submit their application as soon as possible.

Apply now to join a school community that will inspire, challenge and reward you, so you can impart this to the next generation.

Click here to watch our welcome video and find out more about the school.

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

Casual Receptionist / Administration Assistant

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