Human Resources Coordinator

About the role

St Joseph's School, a Preschool to Year 12 co-educational Catholic school in Port Lincoln, is looking for a Human Resources Coordinator. The role provides HR support to manage workforce operations across the school, including performance management, and works closely with leadership. It covers recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, workforce compliance, staff wellbeing initiatives and employment administration, and supports school leaders and staff by keeping HR systems and records accurate.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding and induction processes
• Support employee relations and staff wellbeing initiatives
• Maintain HR records, systems and documentation
• Assist with workforce planning, contracts and position descriptions
• Coordinate performance development and review processes
• Support compliance with employment legislation and Catholic Education policies
• Manage staff accreditation, training and professional development records
• Assist with reporting, workforce data and HR administration

Required profile

• Qualifications and/or experience in Human Resources, People & Culture, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment principles
• Experience in an education setting is highly regarded but not essential
• Commitment to the values and mission of Catholic education
• Current Working with Children Check, eligibility to work in Australia, and current RRHAN-EC certification or willingness to obtain it
• First Aid Certificate in an Education and Care Setting or willingness to obtain it

Required skills

• Exceptional organisational and time management skills
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities

What we offer

• Salary of $87,629 to $97,920 per annum (pro-rata), depending on qualifications and experience
• Professional development opportunities
• Salary packaging through Maxxia

Applications close on 16 November 2026 and should include a cover letter, CV and three professional referees. The position is permanent, five days per week, with a start date of 19 January 2027.