School Officer (Personal Assistant) - St Benedict's College, MANGO HILL
St Benedict's Primary School (Mango Hill) · MANGO HILL, QLD
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.
About our school
St Benedict College is an exciting educational facility built up in the beautiful growing community and suburb of Mango Hill. Over the past 10 years, state of the art facilities have been designed and built to incorporate innovative teaching and learning opportunities for over 1000 students in Years 7 to 12. We provide high quality education across a wide range of subjects and experiences within a Catholic Christian context.
We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who have a passion for instilling a love of learning in adolescents, want to expand their skills and join our community of committed and talented educators. Our workplace is an inclusive and exciting place to belong, serving a wonderful community of students and their families. Come and join our team and be rewarded with an encouraging and supportive space for bringing learning to life within the College. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
St Benedict's College invites applications from highly organised, professional, and experienced executive assistants to support the Principal of a large, dynamic secondary college serving over 1,000 students.
This is a key executive support role, providing high level administrative and operational assistance to the Principal and contributing to the effective leadership, governance, and smooth operation of the College.
- Location: St Benedicts College - Mango Hill (S)
- Start date: 01/06/2026
- Work hours: 38.00 hours per week
- Salary: School Officer Level 5 - $39.44/ hr + super
- Status: Permanent Full Time
- Ad close date: 10th May 2026
- Contact: (07) 3385 8888 | smangohill@bne.catholic.edu.au
About the opportunity
As the Personal Assistant to the Principal you will provide confidential, professional, and proactive executive support in a complex educational environment. This role requires sound judgement, discretion, and the capacity to manage competing demands while working closely with senior leaders, staff, families, and BCE offices.
The Personal Assistant plays a vital role in coordinating workflows, supporting compliance and governance processes, and ensuring the effective functioning of the Principal's office and you will operate with a high degree of autonomy.
In this position you will be responsible for:
• Providing a high level executive and confidential administrative support to the Principal
• Managing complex diary commitments, correspondence, and meeting coordination
• Supporting human resources administration requirements, including the coordination and preparation of documentation relating to contracts, variations, appointments, and staffing changes
• Acting as a key liaison between the Principal, senior leaders, staff, parents, BCE offices, and external stakeholders
• Coordinating governance, compliance, and leadership documentation and processes
• Drafting and manage professional correspondence on behalf of the Principal
• Exercising judgement and discretion in handling sensitive matters
• Supporting strategic initiatives, College events, and whole of school operations
• Supporting Administration Office workflows through coordination, prioritisation, and problem solving during peak periods.
• Maintaining accurate records and systems in line with BCE requirements and contribute to continuous improvement of administrative processes.
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
- Overseeing and improving systems and administrative resources, having recommended and implemented process enhancements
- Coordinated daily administrative tasks, managed workloads and fostered teamwork
- Interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, and procedures related to school operations
- Managing procurement activities and financial administration
- Marketing and promoting administrative services, ensuring programs align with school needs and current trends
- For this position you are not required to be Catholic.
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development