About this job
Who We Are:
Brisbane School of Distance Education upholds the vision of the Proud at Work workforce strategy and believes the school should be an environment where staff and students feel safe, supported and valued for who they are
The Brisbane School of Distance Education provides lessons in an on-line environment to over 3000 students.
Our school is devoted to professional development and staff well-being, while upholding their motto of "each student succeeding".
The school is proud to be involved in the Rainbow Liaison Officer program, support students with all abilities and gender diversity within the school.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
This position provides high level support to the School Executive to support over 300 staff.
The applicant should be knowledgeable with One School and My HR functionality and knowledge of Education Qld policy and DOE standards are critical.
The role directly supports the Business Manager and Deputy Principals and provide advice to all school staff.
Responsibilities include:
- Organise the Principal for liaison with senior government, private sector executives and community representatives in order to expedite the business activities of the school/college and the Department.
- Provide a comprehensive range of executive and administrative support services including preparation of accurate and timely reports, correspondence and other documents, financial management, and procurement.
- Undertake a variety of research, project and committee support activities, including coordination and preparation of plans, reports, correspondence and other documentation.
- Maintain effective time management practices for the Principal including coordinating diary appointments, prioritising correspondence, preventing unnecessary interruptions and screening telephone calls.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
The ideal applicant will have the following skills:
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to interpret and accurately apply policy
- Ability to commence work at 7.00am daily
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 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description.
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.