<p><strong>Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, Elmore</strong><br> Part-Time (0.53 FTE | 20 hours per week) | Ongoing<br> Commencing Term 2, 2026<br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>At Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Elmore</strong>, relationships matter. Every student is known. Every family is welcomed. Every staff member contributes in a meaningful way.</p> <p>We are seeking an organised, capable and community-minded School Operations Administrator to join our small and vibrant rural school community from Term 2, 2026.</p> <p>This is more than an administration role.&nbsp;It is a trusted position at the centre of school life, supporting leadership, strengthening community connections and ensuring the smooth and professional running of our school.</p> <p><strong>If you value purpose-driven work, stability, and being part of a genuinely supportive team, this could be your next chapter.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>WHY THIS ROLE IS SPECIAL:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Ongoing employment in a stable and respected education system</li> <li>Genuine work-life balance (3 days per week, school hours)</li> <li>A varied role where your skills truly matter</li> <li>Opportunity to build deep relationships in a close-knit rural community</li> <li>Professional respect and autonomy</li> </ul> <p>In a small school, your contribution is visible, valued and impactful.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>THE POSITION</strong></p> <p><strong>Classification:</strong> Education Support Level 2, Category B&nbsp;(Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022)</p> <p><strong>FTE:</strong> 0.53 (20 hours per week)</p> <p><strong>Work Pattern:</strong> 3 days per week, 8:30am – 3:30pm</p> <p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $29,986.87 – $38,403.27</p> <p><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Ongoing</p> <p><strong>Reports to:</strong> Principal</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Elmore, Victoria</p> <p><strong>Start Date:</strong> Monday 20 April 2026</p> <p><strong>Requirement:</strong> Current Working With Children Check</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>ABOUT OUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART</strong></p> <p>Our Lady of the Sacred Heart is a welcoming and inclusive Catholic primary school where students are nurtured to grow in confidence, faith and capability.</p> <p>We are proud of our strong sense of belonging and partnership with families. Staff work collaboratively in a culture built on trust, professionalism and care.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong></p> <p>You are:</p> <ul> <li>Highly organised and calm under pressure</li> <li>Warm, relational and confident in dealing with families</li> <li>Financially and digitally capable</li> <li>Proactive and solutions-focused</li> <li>Committed to child safety and confidentiality</li> <li>Supportive of Catholic education and its mission</li> </ul> <p>You enjoy variety and take pride in ensuring systems run smoothly.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <p><strong>Customer Service &amp; General Administration</strong></p> <p>- Welcoming and assisting parents, visitors, staff and students</p> <p>- Managing reception, phone calls and general enquiries</p> <p>- Providing administrative and organisational support to school leadership</p> <p>- Coordinating mail, supplies, school events and communication</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Student Services &amp; Communications</strong></p> <p>- Managing daily student attendance and parent notifications</p> <p>- Preparing enrolment packs and maintaining student data</p> <p>- Supporting newsletters, social media, school calendars and parent communications</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Finance Administration</strong></p> <p>- Accounts payable/receivable, banking and reconciliations</p> <p>- Generating invoices and supporting fee management</p> <p>- Supporting reporting, budgets and audit preparation</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Compliance, Payroll &amp; HR Support</strong></p> <p>- Maintaining compliance records and training schedules</p> <p>- Supporting payroll documentation, staff onboarding and leave records</p> <p>- Assisting with daily organisation including CRT bookings</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>OHS, First Aid &amp; Emergency Response</strong></p> <p>- Providing first aid and maintaining medical records and supplies</p> <p>- Supporting emergency procedures, checks and risk assessments</p> <p>- Assisting with excursion planning and safety documentation</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>WHAT WE OFFER YOU</strong></p> <ul> <li>Professional learning opportunities</li> <li>Annual incremental salary progression</li> <li>Annual leave loading</li> <li>Salary packaging options</li> <li>Flexible leave options (including one annual flexible leave day)</li> <li>A collaborative and respectful workplace culture</li> </ul> <p><strong>Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) </strong></p> <p>CESL governs over 60 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a specialty. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’. </p> <p><strong>Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants</strong></p> <p>Adhering and complying to CESL’s child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture.</p> <p>All applicants are encouraged to review the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ceosand.catholic.edu.au%2Fchild-safe&amp;data=05%7C02%7Csholden%40ceosand.catholic.edu.au%7Cf7d57d54a8b9407fb0f308de26647dd3%7C590fd610f3a3441ebe1913d0f9f6ef7c%7C0%7C0%7C638990410226291224%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=YFFbvqpxKYt5HtRLktIWbuximtGNN%2FnQSYOxWYW73OE%3D&amp;reserved=0">Catholic Education Office Sandhurst - Child Safeguarding</a>&nbsp;information prior to submitting their application.</p> <p><strong>Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety &nbsp;</strong></p> <p>CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>HOW TO APPLY</strong></p> <p>Please submit:</p> <p>- A cover letter</p> <p>- Your resume, including three referees</p> <p>- A statement addressing:</p> <p>&nbsp; 1. How you will contribute to the learning, engagement, wellbeing and faith life of students at OLSH?</p> <p>&nbsp; 2. How do you describe yourself as a learner, administrator and collaborator?</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications Close:</strong> Thursday, 12 March 2026 at 4:00pm</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1162/ton/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/493462/school-operations-administrator">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>