Receptionist for MACS | Onsite Jhb

Role Description/Criteria

We are seeking enthusiastic applicants who are able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, support the vision and mission of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School and our Catholic values. Applicants must display professional behaviours when engaging in child-connected work, have an ongoing interest in children and be willing to participate in a range of school related activities.

The suitably qualified applicant will:

• Present an image of welcome for all visitors to the school
• Handle all telephone and email enquiries professionally and redirect calls/emails to the appropriate staff member.
• Assist with the preparation of internal and external publications.
• Assist with the coordination of school functions and events.
• Complete electronic filing/scanning of all records related to enrolment.
• Ensure a tidy and professional presentation of the foyer and administration area.
• Provide administrative support in order to ensure an effective and efficient administration office.
• Assist to schedule appointments for staff.
• Fulfil the role for emergency procedures as outlined in the Emergency Management Plan.
• Maintain student health information displays, medical action plans and the administration of medication as per school policy.
• Carry out the duties for First Aid including but not limited to, managing the sickbay, ensure all first aid kits are stocked to WorkCover specifications and the First Aid room is maintained appropriately as per school policy.
• Manage the visitor attendance register and ensuring compliance with family access, court orders and duty of care obligations.

If you would like to join us in being part of a team that works to ensure growth and success in our students, please send details as outlined below. St Mary’s is a child safe school and as such successful applicants should hold or be willing to acquire a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.  

How to apply: A detailed position description and application are available by contacting the principal at principal@smalexandra.catholic.edu.au  or visiting www.smalexandra.catholic.edu.au