Casual Administration Assistant at Carey

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Switchboard Operation, ICT Skills, Microsoft Office, Organisational Skills, Time Management, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Data Entry, Calendar Management, Document Preparation, Customer Service, Adaptability

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

The Role: Carey Baptist Grammar School is seeking flexible and reliable Casual Administration Officers to provide administrative support across all areas of the School. This role may involve front-of-house reception duties, general office administration, data entry, calendar management, document preparation, and responding to enquiries from staff, students and families. If you enjoy variety, working in a collaborative school environment, and providing high-quality administrative support, we encourage you to apply! The Average Day: Operation of switchboard, recording and sending telephone messages Welcome and assist visitors to Carey, receiving and notifying staff in a timely manner Communicate clearly, helpfully and courteously with all members of the School community Responding to enquiries in a courteous, personable manner with an awareness of staff positions, staff responsibilities and School procedures Assist School sections with student-related or department focused administration Maintain and update databases (including Synergetic) Assist with filing, mail outs, data entry and other administrative tasks Undertake such other duties relevant to a position as may be requested by Management The Person: To be successful in this position, you will have: Experience using a busy switchboard Strong ICT skills – Microsoft Office programs Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Welcoming and professional approach The ability to adapt quickly to different teams and environments A valid Employee Working with Children Check is a requirement of employment for this position. The School: At Carey, our staff are integral members of our vibrant community, embodying a deep commitment to learning and an innate ability to ignite the same passions within our students. Grounded in the core values of Care, Growth, and Respect, our staff play a pivotal role in nurturing a culture where every individual is valued, supported, and inspired to thrive. The Perks: A career at Carey, provides staff with access to: Competitive remuneration Access to outstanding facilities and resources X Weeks Annual Leave Work term time only, enjoy school holidays! A supported and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued and encouraged ...And much more! Want to find out more? If you are interested in a career at Carey, we're excited to hear from you! Click "Apply Now" to submit your up-to-date Curriculum Vitae by 20 February 2026. Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Let's work together to inspire young minds at Carey! To find out more about this opportunity, download the Position Description here. Carey Baptist Grammar School is committed to providing a safe environment for all students, acting in their best interests, promoting their wellbeing and keeping them safe at all times. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

Responsibilities

The Casual Administration Officer will provide administrative support across the school, including operating the switchboard, welcoming visitors, and responding to enquiries from staff, students, and families. Duties also involve assisting school sections with administration, maintaining databases, filing, mail outs, and data entry.