Help build something extraordinary from the very beginning.

New State Special School Logan Central is seeking a motivated, professional and highly organised Administration Officer to join our foundation team and provide responsive, high-quality corporate services that support our students, staff and families.

This is a unique opportunity to help establish the systems, processes and corporate services that will support our school for years to come. As one of our inaugural team members, you'll play a key role in shaping school operations, creating efficient systems and fostering a welcoming, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

Our new State Special School Logan Central will be co-located with Berrinba East State School.

Job details

Introduction:

As a state special school, we understand that every family's journey is unique. You'll often be one of the first points of contact for families as they navigate their child's disability journey, making empathy, compassion and exceptional customer service central to everything you do. Every interaction is an opportunity to build trust, strengthen relationships and create a genuine sense of belonging for our students, families, staff and wider community.

We believe every interaction matters. Whether you're welcoming a family, supporting a colleague, day to day financial activities, promoting the school, solving a problem or improving a process, you'll contribute to a school community where people feel valued, connected and supported. We also believe every student can learn, achieve and succeed, and we're looking for someone who shares our high expectations and commitment to excellence.

About the role:

Working closely with the Business Manager and leadership team, you'll provide high-quality corporate services across a broad range of functions, including:

• Communication, marketing and promotion of the school
• Creating, implementing and continuously improving systems and processes
• Building positive relationships with students, families and the wider community
• Supporting enrolment and student administration processes
• Supporting day to day financial activities
• Providing responsive administrative support of corporate services to the Business Manager and leadership team
• Contributing to the efficient operation of a growing foundation school

As a foundation team member, no two days will be the same. You'll confidently manage competing priorities, support multiple leaders, respond to evolving school needs and demonstrate flexibility as the school grows. This role requires initiative, adaptability and a willingness to learn, with opportunities to take on new challenges and help shape how our school operates.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

About You:

We're looking for someone who:

• builds and maintains strong, positive relationships with students, families, staff and the wider community
• demonstrates genuine empathy and compassion, recognising that many families are navigating their child's disability journey and value a welcoming, supportive first point of contact
• actively contributes to a positive workplace culture and fosters a strong sense of belonging and identity across the school community
• communicates professionally and confidently, supporting positive engagement and the promotion of the school
• is highly organised and effectively prioritises competing tasks while supporting multiple leaders
• is adaptable, resilient and thrives in an environment where priorities evolve as the school grows
• enjoys creating, implementing and continuously improving systems and processes
• has experience providing high-quality administrative, financial and corporate services
• demonstrates initiative, sound judgement and a solutions-focused approach
• embraces continuous learning, enjoys taking on new challenges and is committed to ongoing professional growth
• believes in maintaining high expectations for growth, achievement and success for themselves, their colleagues and every student
• values teamwork, collaboration, respect and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

Joining a foundation school means you won't simply inherit existing practice. you'll help intentionally design the systems, processes and culture that will support our school for years to come.

If you're an adaptable administration professional who enjoys building relationships, embraces change, is committed to continuous learning and wants to make a meaningful difference in a foundation special school, we'd love to hear from you.

If you believe you can make an impact, Come and be part of creating something exceptional at New State Special School Logan Central.

To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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.

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER695392_26P - Role Description (PDF, 278KB)
  Role Description