Join Anakie State School as an Administrative Officer, where you'll play a vital role in supporting the efficient operation of the school.

This position involves administrative tasks such as OneSchool data input, managing attendance records, and providing general support to students and staff.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.20FTE), 14.5 hours per fortnight.

Job details

About the School

Anakie State School is located approximately 45 kilometres west of Emerald in the renowned sapphire 'Gemfields' region. The school provides quality education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, offering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With multi-age classrooms and a strong focus on Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), Anakie State School fosters a culture of safety, respect, and responsibility. The school also delivers an integrated State-Approved Kindergarten Program, ensuring access to structured, play-based learning for young children in the community.

About the Role

As the Administrative Officer, you will contribute to the smooth operation of the school by providing timely and effective administrative support to the Principal and Business Manager.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing reception duties, including handling phone and counter enquiries, scheduling appointments, and processing correspondence.
• Maintaining school records, such as enrolments, incident reports, and attendance data.
• Assisting with financial tasks, including processing payments, reconciling invoices, and managing OneSchool data.
• Supporting school operations by organising maintenance, safety inspections, and community facility bookings.
• Preparing documents such as meeting minutes, newsletters, and reports, while ensuring compliance with school policies.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a dynamic school environment and is passionate about contributing to the success of students and staff.

About You

The following traits would be beneficial:

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in administrative systems, including OneSchool or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with staff, students, and the community.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage financial and record-keeping tasks accurately.
• A collaborative and adaptable approach to problem-solving in a school setting.

Why Join Us

At Anakie State School, you'll be part of a close-knit community dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students while working in a supportive and collaborative team. Join us in shaping the future of our students in the heart of the beautiful Gemfields region.

Interested? To Apply: 

• 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.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CQR680379_26T - Role Description (PDF, 279KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants