St Columba Anglican School Port Macquarie is a co educational ELC - 12 campus set on 37 picturesque acres in the heart of Port Macquarie's Education Precinct. Whilst residing in one of the state's most liveable regions on the Mid-North Coast of NSW, in a community that is growing in opportunity, our staff work with students and families who are optimistic, aspirational and engaged in a nurturing educational community.Beginning in mid November 2024 for orientation and handover, or as negotiated with the successful candidate, the School is seeking to appoint an experienced, high performing Executive Assistant to support the Principal. The Personal Assistant to the Principal will provide high-level confidential administrative support to the Principal, will work autonomously to represent the Principal and the School to internal and external stakeholders and will assist the Principal to remain accessible for matters that require direct involvement. Your warm and approachable manner along with your professionalism and discretion will be key to your success in this role.The Personal Assistant to the Principal is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Principal’s Office, playing a proactive role in ensuring administrative responsibilities are undertaken in an efficient, professional and timely manner.This is a full-time ongoing position with some requirement to work over the school term breaks.What you bring Substantial experience in an Executive Assistant role with experience providing complex administrative support in a high-profile environment with tact and diplomacy. Demonstrated initiative in completing tasks to tight deadlines and the flexibility to handle constantly changing priorities and unexpected demands. Exceptional organisational skills with an eye for detail. Proven ability to collaborate, partner and build effective and professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Well-developed interpersonal and communications skills (both written and verbal). Professionalism of the highest standard and outstanding personal presentation. Demonstrated capacity to maintain discretion and sensitivity when dealing with confidential matters. Advanced computer skills and working knowledge of database management systems as well as the capacity to learn and use in-house database systems. Similar experience in an independent school is desirable.The successful applicant will Have initiative, a can-do positive attitude and is a person who can balance multiple competing priorities, meet timeframes and perform in a high-pressure environment with limited direction. Be highly organised, have confidence working in a fast-paced environment, an adept multitasker with the ability to triage and reprioritise tasks and complete tasks in a timely manner. Have judgment and discretion, recognise and resolve issues ahead of time and anticipate and respond to the needs of the Principal's office.Demonstrate problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to change. Be highly approachable and a relationship builder who can negotiate confidently with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.Demonstrate a commitment to supporting the Christian values, Anglican ethos and culture of the School.Additional InformationSt Columba Anglican School has a zero tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to promoting child safety, children's wellbeing and protecting children from abuse.The successful applicant must comply with St Columba Anglican School’s child safety policies and related policies and procedures (including the Code of Conduct), upholding the overarching principles and values set out and conducting themselves in accordance with the commitment to take all reasonable steps to promote the safety of children.Mandatory CriteriaThe applicant must have or be able to obtain prior to commencing work, a current Working with Children Check. The applicant will need to have a current First Aid Certificate, or the school can arrange for one to be completed.To apply and view a copy of the position description, candidates are required to visit the SCAS Careers page, click the green "Apply for this job" button in the top right corner of the page and follow the prompts: https://www.scas.nsw.edu.au/employment/. We will shortlist and interview high quality applications as they are received, and we strongly encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.Applications are to be submitted by 26th August 2024 and are to include a cover letter and resume. Role description AUD Port Macquarie 2444