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St Bede’s Catholic College is seeking a permanent part-time Administrative/Finance Officer to join the team from 20 July 2026. This position is classified as Level 6 for three days per week and Level 4 for two days per week.
Located in the growing suburb of Chisholm, St Bede’s Catholic College is a contemporary co-educational Catholic secondary school within the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. Since opening in 2018, the College has experienced significant growth and currently enrols approximately 900 students across Years 7–12, with capacity to expand to 1,100 students.
The College is guided by the core values of Courage, Knowledge, Community and Faith, which underpin all aspects of school life. These values align with the four strategic domains of the College’s Strategic Plan: Catholic Formation and Mission, Learning and Teaching, Leadership, Wellbeing, and Partnerships.
The School Finance Officer is accountable for providing administrative and operational support to the Principal. The School Finance Officer is to administer elements of the school’s finances with a particular emphasis on, but not limited to, purchase orders, invoicing, quotations, deliveries, activities payments, and fee payments.
The School Finance Officer must demonstrate attention to detail, excellent time management with the ability to work under pressure and multitask as well as the capacity to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
The School Finance Officer will be required to engage in other general financial tasks as designated by the Principal or delegate and other general administrative duties as required and directed by the Principal or delegate.
The School Administrative Officer provides administrative support to school staff and the school principal. Administrative Officers within the Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle may be classified as either a level 4,. Indicative duties for each of these levels can be found under the leadership framework - Administrative Support.
Desired Skills and Experience
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Catholic Education, with the ability to actively support and promote the Catholic ethos and culture of the school.
Minimum three years’ experience in an administration and/or finance role, with demonstrated ability to accurately and efficiently perform a broad range of administrative and financial tasks.
Proven ability to manage finance functions including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, asset management and inventory processes.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, families and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience preparing internal financial and administrative reports for leadership teams.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel, and experience using databases and enterprise software systems.
Experience using TechnologyOne and Compass would be highly advantageous.
Demonstrated ability to use initiative, exercise sound judgement and work independently while remaining accountable for own work.
Proven capacity to organise, prioritise and manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
Ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively within a team environment.
Willingness to comply with the Catholic Schools Office Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy – Category A: Accreditation to Work.
QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate III in Finance or equivalent qualification.
Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC).
Completion of Anaphylaxis Training.
Current First Aid Certificate (desirable)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.
Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Training and staff development programs
Paid parental leave for eligible employees
Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Contact Amber Carter, Acting Principal on Tel: (02) 4088 8222 or via email: amber.carter@mn.catholic.edu.au
TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND
Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listedunder EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.
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.
Applications close: Sunday 31st May 2026 at 11.59pm
Additional information
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.
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