Executive Assistant - Head of Early Education and Head of OOSH
24/10/2025
24/11/2025
$90,000.00 - $90,000.00
Permanent - Full Time
Newcastle West
Administration & Office Support,Education, Childcare & Training
This role supports the Head of Early Education and the Head of OOSH by ensuring the smooth operation of the Office, managing daily administration, and advancing strategic priorities. You will also foster strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
The purpose of this position is to deliver high-level organisational and professional support to the Head of Early Education and the Head of OOSH.
The Executive Assistant is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day administrative functions of the Office of Early Education and OOSH ensuring smooth and efficient coordination.
In addition, this role plays a key part in fostering positive, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and supporting the strategic priorities of the Head of Early Education and the Head of OOSH.
Desired Skills and Experience
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
Exceptional organisational and time management skills
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changed timelines, deadlines, and significant events
Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
High level of proficiency in use of common office computer applications e.g., Office 365, Electronic Document Records Management System (HPE Content Manager) etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
Business Administration Diploma or Certificate IV or equivalent
Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Current Class C Driver’s Licence
Previous Administrative experience
2 years’ experience in an Executive Assistant Role (Desirable)
Experience in the Early Education industry (Desirable)
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you! APPLY now.
Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.
St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
