Personal Assistant (PA) to Head of Junior School

Redeemer Lutheran College is a leading co‑educational Christian College nestled on 40 acres in Rochedale on Brisbane’s southside. With separate Junior and Senior Schools, modern learning spaces and an onsite Chapel, Redeemer is known across Brisbane and Logan for its strong academic reputation and its commitment to developing well‑rounded, values‑driven young people.

Redeemer Lutheran College is seeking a highly organised and professional Personal Assistant to support the Head of Junior School. This term‑time role is central to the smooth operation of the Junior School, providing high‑level administrative support to the Head of Junior School and Leadership Team, with a strong emphasis on discretion, sound judgement, and confidentiality.

About the Role

The Personal Assistant plays a key role in the effective functioning of the Junior School, providing reception, administrative, and organisational support. Working closely with the Head of Junior School, you will manage priorities, coordinate communications, and support a wide range of administrative processes in a fast‑paced school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional administrative and PA support to the Head of Junior School and Junior School Leadership Team
• Manage diaries, meetings, correspondence, and documentation
• Act as a key point of contact for parents, staff, and visitors, ensuring a courteous and welcoming environment
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information
• Support enrolment processes, reporting, staffing cover, rosters, and academic administration
• Prepare letters, emails, reports, presentations, and meeting documentation
• Assist with reception duties and provide backup first aid support as required
• Maintain accurate electronic records and utilise College databases
• Work collaboratively with Junior School staff to ensure efficient office operations

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar high‑level administrative or PA role
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail with advanced written communication skills
• A proven commitment to maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a school environment

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certificate III in Business Administration
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or willingness to obtain
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain (training supported by the College)

Redeemer Lutheran College is committed to student safety and wellbeing. Under Blue Card legislation, a “No Card, No Start” policy applies. Paid employees must hold, or be issued with, a current Paid Blue Card or Exemption Card before commencing work. As a Blue Card is an inherent requirement of the role, candidates should consider their eligibility prior to the start date. Further information is available on the Blue Card Services website.

Redeemer Lutheran College is committed to child safety. We require all applicants to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and successful applicants must comply with the College’s Child Protection Program.

The College reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications.

Applications must be received electronically via jobs@redeemer.com.au and not posted or hand delivered to the College. Any applications received by means other than the advertised email address will not be considered.