Principal's Executive Assistant - Xavier Catholic College, Ballina

Xavier Catholic College, Ballina

Xavier Catholic College is a thriving learning community committed to excellence in education, personal growth, and faith development. In the spirit of the Jesuit tradition, the College fosters a culture of compassion, integrity, and service, empowering students to become confident and socially responsible individuals. With a strong focus on academic achievement, student wellbeing, and innovation, Xavier Catholic College provides a supportive and enriching environment where every student is encouraged to reach their potential.

Located in the beautiful Northern Rivers region, the College offers modern facilities, a broad curriculum, and diverse extracurricular opportunities that inspire a love of learning and personal development. Through quality partnerships with families and the wider community, Xavier Catholic College nurtures a sense of belonging and purpose, preparing students to contribute positively to society with faith, wisdom and leadership.

We invite applications from those suitably qualified for the below position:

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Principal's Executive Assistant

Full time temporary position commencing Term 3, 2025

Maternity Leave Position (12 month contract)

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Applicants must: 

• hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
• have the ability to handle tasks with a high degree of confidentiality
• have a working knowledge of WH&S and equity in employment and a demonstrated capacity to apply related principles and policies
• comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment

Selection Criteria

• provide evidence of well-developed communication, administrative and office skills with an ability to deal tactfully, confidently and effectively with people at all levels
  
• capacity to show initiative and demonstrate effective time management, organisational and planning skills with an ability to meet pressing deadlines and competing priorities
  
• highly developed skills in a range of Microsoft and Google applications with willingness and ability to learn new systems
• capacity to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information, with a commitment to providing quality client engagement and customer service to both internal and external stakeholders, and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing priorities and tasks, including the ability to work effectively outside of standard hours when required, and a willingness to take on diverse duties as assigned by the Principal
• previous experience working in a school environment and with the Compass student management system (or similar) desirable, to support efficient administrative and enrolment processes.

Enquiries should be directed to the school: xavier@lism.catholic.edu.au

Your application should address the above criteria including the nomination of two (2) referees. Please note we cannot accept applications made directly to the College.

Applications must be received by 3:00pm on Friday 23 May 2025. 

Richmond Region

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.
Child Protection Legislation requires successful applicants to be subject to employment screening.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.