Why work at Geelong Lutheran College?
Geelong Lutheran College is a unique workplace. Our highly valued and respected staff members are committed to challenging minds, nurturing hearts and building futures.
Our team includes a core of more than 180 employees with many additional team members in casual positions. Across both the St John’s and Armstrong Creek sites, our staff collaborate to create a positive learning environment. We’re committed to attracting and retaining high quality academic and corporate team members.
Executive Assistant
We are currently seeking a dedicated and highly organised Executive Assistant to support the Executive Principal and Business Manager in the daily operations of the College. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth and efficient management of the Executive Principal’s office, working closely with the Executive Team, College Board, and various stakeholders to uphold the College’s mission and values.
The Executive Assistant is responsible for the Administration team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to the Executive Principal and Business Manager, including diary management, drafting correspondence, and coordinating meetings.
- Prepare and manage documentation for internal and external meetings, ensuring timely distribution and accurate record-keeping.
- Serve as Minute Secretary for the College Board and Executive Team, handling agendas, minutes, and meeting logistics.
- Leads and manages the Administration team in a cohesive, effective, organised and pro-active manner.
This covers these areas:
- Student Services
- First Aid
- Academic Administration
- Reception
- Ensure compliance with the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.
Key Selection Criteria:
- Must have at least 5 years’ experience working as a Personal or Executive Assistant to a Senior person within a company, preferably either from the Corporate or Education Sector.
- Previous experience in a school environment is an advantage, a Certificate III in Business Administration would be highly regarded.
- Exceptional level of ICT skills including Microsoft Office suite and experience in the use of databases.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, meet tight deadlines within a pressured environment and think analytically to solve complex problems.
- Skill in working collaboratively with a range of needs and interests towards agreed outcomes.
- Highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Exemplary standards of personal integrity, honesty and interpersonal skills. In addition, they will also need to demonstrate a commitment to personal professional development.
Position Details:
- Full-time position
- 7 weeks leave (1 week leave non-term time, 4 weeks annual leave over Christmas break)
Requirements:
- Valid Working with Children Card (WWCC)
- National Police Check
- First Aid Certificate
The College:
Geelong Lutheran College is a unique workplace. Our highly valued and respected staff members are committed to challenging minds, nurturing hearts, and building futures.
Our team includes a core of more than 180 employees across our two campuses. In both the GLC St John’s Newtown and GLC Armstrong Creek sites, our staff collaborate to create a positive learning environment with a focus on student and staff wellbeing. We’re committed to attracting and retaining high quality staff who see every student as a child of God, uniquely created and gifted.
To Apply:
All applications MUST include:
- Completion of the General Staff Application Form
- A Covering Letter
- A current CV
- A document addressing the Key Selection Criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 9.00am Monday 28 October 2024 and emailed to: employment@glc.vic.edu.au
Geelong Lutheran College holds the care, safety and wellbeing of its students to be at the core of all we do.
It is a requirement of employment that all staff strictly adhere to our Child Safe Policy.
