School Administration Assistant

📍 Lawnton | Full-Time | Educational Services General Level 3

Make a difference through your work

Are you an organised and proactive administration professional who thrives in a dynamic school environment? The Salvation Army Independent Schools is seeking a dedicated School Administration Assistant to provide high-quality administrative and operational support to our Lawnton campus.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the school while contributing to positive outcomes for students, staff, volunteers, and the wider community.

What you’ll do

Reporting to the Principal, the School Administration Assistant is responsible for delivering efficient administrative and organisational support across the school. You will be the first point of contact for many stakeholders and will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth operation of the campus.

Your day will include:

• Provide general administrative and clerical support, including filing, correspondence, minute taking, mail processing, resource management, and purchase orders.
• Manage enrolment processes and procedures.
• Deliver professional and responsive customer service through reception, managing phone, face-to-face, and online enquiries.
• Maintain accurate school records, data entry, and reporting using various school management systems and software applications.
• Coordinate volunteer onboarding, training, inductions, integrity checks, Blue Card compliance, and Child Safety requirements.
• Support the Principal with administration of school finances, including processing expenses and income in line with organisational procedures.
• Assist with the coordination and delivery of school events, community activities, and training initiatives, including graduation ceremonies and special events.
• Support workplace health and safety processes, including maintaining WHS records, incident reporting, and compliance documentation.
• Undertake additional administrative duties as required to support school operations.

What you’ll bring

To be successful in this role, you will be a highly organised and adaptable administrator with excellent communication skills and a strong eye for detail.

You’ll ideally have:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in administration, office management, or a similar role.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively manage competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated initiative, discretion, and sound judgement.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
• Certificate in Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain.
• Current and valid driver's licence with the ability to travel between campuses as required.

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including: 

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

About us

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, the Salvos are always there providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.  Together we can build a brighter future.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration