Administration Officer

St Thomas More's Catholic School

NEWSTEAD, TAS

Admin / SSO / Non-Teaching

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.87 FTE)

Applications Close: 12 October 2026

Join our welcoming school community in a dynamic and rewarding role at the heart of St Thomas More’s. Support the Principal, coordinate our administration team, lead school communications and build positive relationships with students, families and staff. Help us foster greatness through service!

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER Fostering Greatness Through Service Are you a highly organised, personable and enthusiastic administrator who thrives in a busy, people-focused environment? Would you enjoy playing a central role in the daily life of a vibrant Catholic primary school?

St Thomas More's Catholic School is seeking a skilled and motivated Administration Officer to join our welcoming and supportive school community.

This is a varied and rewarding position in which no two days are quite the same. Working closely with the Principal, Finance Officer and administration team, you will help coordinate the daily operations of our school, support students and families, contribute to school communications and play an important role in bringing our school community together.

POSITION DETAILS Commencement: Monday 26th October, 2026 (negotiable)

Tenure: Ongoing, 37.62 hours per week (0,87 FTE), 42 weeks per year

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (days and hours negotiable)

Classification: Business Services, Level 3

Remuneration: $75,530–$83,195 full-year equivalent, pro rata for 42 weeks per year, plus 12% superannuation

About The Role As our Administration Officer, you will enjoy a diverse range of responsibilities, including:

• Providing high-quality administrative support to the Principal and coordinating the daily operations of the school office.
• Welcoming and supporting students, families, staff and visitors.
• Coordinating Kindergarten enrolments, school events and important administrative processes.
• Contributing creatively to our school communications, including the newsletter, website and social media.
• Providing guidance and support to our administration team and working collaboratively with school leadership.
• Supporting the School Advisory Board and assisting with financial, facilities and administrative matters.

About You We are looking for someone who is approachable, adaptable and passionate about providing exceptional service. You will bring strong organisational and communication skills, initiative, discretion and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a calm and positive approach.

Previous administration experience is essential, and experience in a school or similar community-focused environment would be an advantage.

Most importantly, you will share our commitment to Catholic Education and understand the value of building positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.

How To Apply Please download the attached Administration Officer Application Package for the full position description, employment conditions and application instructions.

Applications should be addressed to:

Mr Casimir Douglas Principal, St Thomas More's Catholic School

[email protected]

Catholic Education Tasmania is committed to safeguarding children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy relevant child safety checks and registration requirements.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.