Personal Assistant to Head of Primary

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2025.

At our Wantirna South Campus, the Primary School is a vibrant place of learning, community, and care — and we’re looking for a Personal Assistant to start in January 2026 who will support our Head of Primary to enhance the operations of our Primary sub-school and keep it running smoothly.

From managing diaries and timetables to organising milestone events like Year 6 Graduation, you’ll be a trusted right hand, a warm welcome for visitors, and a calm presence in the midst of a bustling school day. You’ll work closely with staff across the Primary School, handle details big and small with excellence, and find joy in making sure people feel supported, informed, and valued.

Become an integral part of a dedicated team and apply your administrative expertise to foster a supportive and enriching educational environment and make a meaningful difference in the daily life of our school community.

You are an ideal candidate if you:

• Bring previous experience as a Personal Assistant, ideally in an educational setting (will be highly regarded)
• Take a proactive approach to your work, anticipating needs and solving problems independently, ensuring smooth operations
• Have high level organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Have good administrative and Microsoft Office 365 skills. Experience with school management software such as Synergetic will be highly regarded.
• Have excellent problem-solving skills
• Enjoy working in a team environment
• Are able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education
• Are willing to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• School fees discounts for staff whose children attend the school (after 12 months)
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy.  We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application via our College website.  A Position Description is available below the advertisement on the College website.

Applicants are to include a Resume, Letter of Application, Pastoral Reference Letter and complete the screening questions as part of the application process. Applicants will also need to provide a list of three referees.

A Working with Children’s Check, and a Police Check less than three months old are mandatory prior to being hired. 

Apply now via our College website as applications close Friday 5 September!

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Enquiries: (03) 9871 8600

Quoting job number: 2025049

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.