Office Manager

About the role

Newman Senior Technical College, one of the largest senior secondary colleges on the NSW North Coast, is looking for an experienced, highly organised and proactive Office Manager. This is a key leadership role within the college's operational structure, overseeing daily office operations, coordinating a dedicated administrative team and providing high-level executive support to the Principal, the Senior Leadership Team and the wider school community. The position is full-time permanent, 38 hours per week, starting 28 January 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support the College Office and Administration team.
• Manage office systems, administration processes and service standards.
• Provide confidential executive support to the Principal, including diary management, meeting coordination and minute-taking.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the College Business, Careers and Marketing Team Managers.
• Manage college policies and procedures in line with DLCS requirements and legislative obligations.
• Support a professional, welcoming and efficient college environment.

Required profile

• Valid NSW Working with Children Check.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the school.
• Ability to handle tasks with a high degree of confidentiality.
• Compliance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy on appointment.
• Proven experience in office management, executive assistance or a similar senior administrative role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and coordinate an administrative team.
• Experience developing or delivering strategies that drive student enrolment growth and market expansion is desirable.

Required skills

• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication, with strong minute-taking, document preparation, reporting and records management.
• Microsoft Office and Excel, Google Suite and school management systems such as Compass or TechOne.
• Proactive, critical thinking and the ability to work autonomously under pressure.

Applications must address the selection criteria and include the nomination of two referees; applications close 9.00 am on 2 November 2026. Preferred applicants are subject to employment screening under child protection legislation.