Administration Officer - Merrimac State High School

Job Reference QLD/SER678094/26T
Closing date February 18, 2026
Location Gold Coast
Contact 07 5595 8666

About this job

Who We Are:

Welcome to Merrimac State High School, one of the Gold Coast's premium educational environments. As an internationally recognised school with an outstanding reputation, Merrimac High delivers world class education built upon the core principles of respect, responsibility and reliability.

Our school motto "Pride in Excellence" emphasises our unwavering pursuit of greatness, which is best achieved when students, parents, teachers and community work together to reach the greatest possible educational outcomes. 

At Merrimac High we consider our staff, students and community as family.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

The role involves interpreting and applying departmental and school policies and guidelines, ensuring that all legislative and procedural requirements are met.

You will serve as the first point of contact for students accessing the Student HUB, providing a calm, safe, and supportive environment throughout the school day.

Responsibilities include:

  • Maintain an accurate level of daily roll marking and late arrivals/early departures of students
  • Assist in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunties within the Student Services HUB
  • Create a welcoming, inclusive space where parents and students feel valued, supported, and heard.
  • Ensure first aid supplies are properly maintained, fully stocked, and readily accessible at all times.
  • Monitor Sick Bay and provide first aid.
  • Ensure confidentiality of all student and family records and communications.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
  • Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.