Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office

Administration Officer

Full time | 38 hours per week

Permanent | Commencing immediately (negotiable)

TCSO Level 4 | $71,202 – $73,441 per year plus super

Applications close 13 July 2025

Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) is a highly regarded, progressive system of 32 schools located in Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and South-West Queensland. With a vision of enabling full and flourishing lives, our focus is on progress through innovation. With the highest rate of enrolment growth in Queensland Catholic schools and enviable student achievement in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits– we have much to offer families, students and staff alike.

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Administration Officer to join our Administration Support Team.

In this role you will provide administrative support to the Mission and Identity team within the Office of the Executive Director.

You will apply your advanced level experience in Microsoft Teams, the O365 suite (in particular PowerPoint) and CANVA to create contemporary resources and professional learning presentations for events and activities facilitated by the Team.

Your attention to detail, ability to provide advice and to use established skills to streamline event logistics, work to deadlines and be agile, innovative and forward thinking are crucial to this role. Self-management of day to day tasks is also a requirement.

High level written and oral communications skills that enable you to quickly build and maintain relationships with a range of people in schools and across the Toowoomba Catholic School Office will ensure success.

For further information, please view the Role Description.

About you

Proven high level of attention to detail and organisational skills including the ability to manage competing priorities and work to set timeframes.

Highly developed written and verbal interpersonal skills with the ability to support the creation of clear and concise written communications.

Demonstrated high-level experience working with the Microsoft suite of products, specifically PowerPoint in Office 365.

Previous experience working in an education and/or faith based context will be highly regarded.

As a faith-based organisation, we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, is valued, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and beliefs that enrich the Catholic identity of our workplaces.

About the Office

Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office (TCSO) is a modern, forward thinking workplace – offering employees with the opportunity to succeed and be challenged across a range of roles; all of which support, serve and lead the 32 Catholic system schools and colleges across the Toowoomba Diocese. With a vision to enable full and flourishing lives, Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office is focused on innovating and continually improving.

Grow with us

You will be joining a team of like-minded administration professionals who support each other as they provide contemporary administrative support across the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office.

You will receive regular support and feedback to continue to grow your already established administration skills and knowledge. In addition, there are opportunities to attend targeted professional development.

The community you will be joining

Toowoomba is located 90 minutes’ drive west of Brisbane and boasts being Queensland’s largest inland city. Toowoomba has a great community and vibrant culture. This is coupled with a great family vibe where high quality education options are many, from Kindergarten to University; and a wide range of recreational pursuits provide something for everyone.

Live outside Toowoomba? We encourage you to visit the Live Toowoomba website to discover what living in Toowoomba has to offer.

How to apply

Please address your application to Dr Pat Coughlan, Executive Director: Catholic Schools.

Click ‘apply’ to submit and include

a written response, of no more than two pages, highlighting your demonstrated experience and relevant skills as they relate to the Key Result Areas in the Role Description

your resume.

If you require further information about this role, please contact Tracey Jacklin, Executive Officer by email [email protected].

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website.

Employment will be in accordance with the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office Enterprise Agreement 2024-2027.