Receptionist

The Opportunity

• Parental Leave Coverage - 12 months part time contract
• 2 days per week during term time only
• Flexibility to choose your days

As the first point of contact for visitors, guests, and inquiries, the Receptionist plays a vital role in ensuring that all interactions with the College are met with friendly, prompt, and professional customer service. This position involves greeting visitors, answering phone calls, managing the Reception area, and performing administrative tasks to support the smooth operation of the College. The Receptionist is essential in creating a welcoming atmosphere for students, parents, staff, and visitors alike. If you’re an enthusiastic, organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant educational community.

This position is a job share arrangement in collaboration with the College Administration Assistant. You will be expected to work from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on two days each week during term time. The successful candidate may also be asked to work additional hours occasionally to cover staff leave.

About You

You are a highly organised and friendly individual with a commitment to excellence in customer service. Your communication skills are exceptional, and you approach every task with a positive and respectful attitude. You demonstrate a high level of emotional resilience and professionalism when interacting with colleagues, students, and parents. As a key member of our team, you will uphold the Catholic identity and Dominican ethos of St Mary's College, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for all. You are proactive, able to handle multiple tasks efficiently, and take pride in maintaining a neat and tidy workplace. Your ability to maintain confidentiality, manage administrative tasks, and adapt to changing workloads will make you a valuable asset to our team.

A current Working With Children Check is a requirement for this role.

Application process

Click the link to view the Position Information Document (PID).

Applications should be addressed to:

Heidi Senior
Principal
St Mary’s College

Applications should be emailed to Human Resources Manager, Emily Semple at recruitment@stmarys.sa.edu.au

Applications should include the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae including three (3) referees relevant to the position. Please ensure that you include your current employer. (2 pages). It is essential that you seek your referees’ permission to list them as willing to speak about you in relation to this position. You are asked to forward to them a copy of the advertisement and the Position Information Document. This will mean that they are better able to speak about your suitability for the position, as they will be able to speak in specific terms.
• Completed CESA Employment Declaration.

Applications close Friday 7th March 2025, at 9:00 am

Marketing and Communications Manager

The Opportunity

As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will provide strategic leadership and oversee the daily operations of the College’s marketing and communications functions. Leading the Advancement Team, you will drive student enrolment initiatives, manage brand positioning, and ensure consistent, high-quality communication across all platforms. Reporting to the Principal and Director of Business, this role requires a forward-thinking approach to marketing, a keen analytical mindset, and a strong commitment to stakeholder engagement and digital best practices.

About You

You are a results-driven marketing professional with a passion for storytelling, brand strategy, and stakeholder engagement. With a strategic and analytical approach, you excel at developing and executing marketing initiatives that enhance the College’s reputation and drive student enrolments. Your leadership skills allow you to guide and motivate a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture. Your ability to manage multiple projects, pay attention to detail, and uphold brand consistency will make you an asset to our community. If you have experience in education or a strong interest in the sector, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Application process

Click the link to view the Position Information Document (PID). 

Applications should be addressed to:

Heidi Senior
Principal
St Mary’s College

Applications should be emailed to Human Resources Manager, Emily Semple at recruitment@stmarys.sa.edu.au

Applications should include the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae including three (3) referees relevant to the position. Please ensure that you include your current employer. (2 pages). It is essential that you seek your referees’ permission to list them as willing to speak about you in relation to this position. You are asked to forward to them a copy of the advertisement and the Position Information Document. This will mean that they are better able to speak about your suitability for the position, as they will be able to speak in specific terms.
• Completed CESA Employment Declaration.

Applications close Monday 24th February 2025, at 9:00 am

Publications and Communications Officer

The Opportunity

The Publications and Communications Officer will play a key role in creating and maintaining the College’s communication materials, ensuring consistency and engagement across print and digital platforms. These will include publications such as newsletters, the Yearbook and Prospectus. This role will also have responsibility for keeping the College website and social media channels up to date with relevant content. Working closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will help develop and implement communication strategies that support enrolments, community engagement, and key College events. This role offers the chance to collaborate with leadership, support high-profile initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on how the College’s story is shared with students, families, and the wider community.

This role will require the successful candidate to work 5.5 hours per day Monday - Friday inclusive.

About You

You are a creative and detail-oriented communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment. With strong writing and editorial skills, you can craft engaging content across multiple platforms, ensuring clarity and consistency in messaging. Your ability to work across teams and manage multiple projects means you excel in fast-paced environments. If you have a passion for education and community engagement, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Application process

Click the link to view the Position Information Document (PID).

Applications should be addressed to:

Heidi Senior
Principal
St Mary’s College

Applications should be emailed to Human Resources Manager, Emily Semple at recruitment@stmarys.sa.edu.au

Applications should include the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae including three (3) referees relevant to the position. Please ensure that you include your current employer. (2 pages). It is essential that you seek your referees’ permission to list them as willing to speak about you in relation to this position. You are asked to forward to them a copy of the advertisement and the Position Information Document. This will mean that they are better able to speak about your suitability for the position, as they will be able to speak in specific terms.
• Completed CESA Employment Declaration.

Applications close Monday 24th February 2025, at 9:00 am

Temporary Relief Teaching

If you wish to express your interest in temporary relief teaching work at St Marys  College, please submit the following documentation to Emily Semple, Human Resources Manager: Recruitment@stmarys.sa.edu.au

• Current resume with three professional referees
• Working with Children Check (WWCC). From 1 July 2019, it is a mandatory requirement that all teachers have a current WWCC prior to the expiration of their Teacher’s Registration
• HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
• Responding to Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care Setting 2018 - 2020. Please note from 1 July 2021, we will be accepting the new training called Responding to Risks of Harm and Neglect - Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) that can be completed online at plink.sa.edu.au
• Teacher’s Registration required for temporary relief teaching