WHO WE ARE

St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS) is a highly professional and integrated child and family focused organisation offering innovative, inclusive and responsive early education and care services to the Port Macquarie Hastings community. 

When you join us, you know you are making a difference to the lives of the people we care for and their families. 

St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS) is a part of St Agnes’ Catholic Parish, a Catholic community located in beautiful Port Macquarie on the mid-north coast of NSW, Australia. Since the first St Agnes’ Catholic Church was built in 1878, the Parish has played an essential role in caring for, guiding and growing, the local community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS) are seeking an experienced and confident Administration Officer to join the team at Joey's House Early Education Centre. This role is integral to the success of the Centre and is responsible for its end-to-end administration needs, with a focus on quality, professionalism, exceptional customer service and teamwork.

The position will be offered to the successful applicant as a Permanent Part -Time position of 60hrs hours a fortnight, working 08:00 - 16:00, 4 days a week. 

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES 

• Remuneration of $47,720.40 Per Year (This illustration is based upon working 60hrs a fortnight at $30.59 per hour)
• Working for a reputable, longstanding, values-based organisation
• Childcare discount & salary packaging available for childcare fees 
• A commitment to providing a responsive and supportive work environment
• Above Award conditions
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
• 17.5% annual leave loading 
• As a corporate partner of Westpac, employees will have access to special offers, discounts and financial information. 
• You will have access to great employee perks including Fitness Passport & discounted Allied health services, I.E Remedial massage, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology etc
• Paid professional learning and development and study assistance for approved courses
• PAID OVERTIME for staff meetings to show our appreciation!
• A friendly, nurturing environment
• Generous employee referral program 
• 2 weeks Christmas shut down – Guaranteed time off with your family! 

WHO YOU ARE

• You are committed to work in harmony with Catholic Values and Principles
• Demonstrated experience working in a busy administrative role, within a similar environment (Desirable)
• Intermediate / Advanced computer and Microsoft Office skills
• Knowledge or experience with Childcare Programs (Desirable)
• Knowledge or experience overseeing accounts and payments 
• Experience with rostering / payroll systems (Desirable)
• NSW Working with Children Check clearance or the ability to obtain
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and families
• Ability to work independently, with limited supervision and demonstrated capacity to work collegially across the team

NEXT STEPS

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For further information about the role, please contact Human Resources PH: 02 6588 7444.  

Applicants will be required to undergo employment screening. This includes a criminal history check and referencing for all employees and any additional checks depending on role.

There is no closing date for this position. Please apply immediately if interested. Applications will be actioned upon submission.