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Executive Assistant to the Principal

St Laurence's College
South Brisbane, QLD
A$82,000-$100,000 p/a
Administration & Office Support → PA, EA & Secretarial
Full-time
On-site

Posted 2 days ago


Great students

Great staff

Great environment

St Laurence's College is a Catholic boys school in the Edmund Rice tradition with an enrolment of approximately 2,000 boys from Years 5-12.

Applications are invited for the permanent, full-time position of Executive Assistant to the Principal, to commence as soon as possible (or in line with notice requirements).

The Executive Assistant position is a versatile and dynamic role that offers confidential and comprehensive support to the Principal and the College Leadership Team.

As the representative of the Principal's office, the Executive Assistant acts as a community liaison, who fosters positive relationships both in and beyond the Administration Office at the College.

The role holder is asked to embody the College's spirit, promoting its values and vision in every interaction. It requires a deep understanding of the College's strategic direction and operations, serving as a crucial conduit of knowledge and coordination.

The Executive Assistant is well-versed in all aspects of college operations, significantly contributing to research and strategic administration. This is an anchor role in the College's adaptability, initiative as well as excellent organisation and problem-solving skills. The Executive Assistant works with the Principal and Senior team members, as well as a very broad range of stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have:

At least 5 years’ experience in a personal assistant or senior administration role, preferably within a school environment;

Leadership experience in an Office Management role, would be looked at favourably;

A formal qualification eg Certificate III in Business Administration, would be looked at favourably;

Current Blue Card; or be eligible to apply for a Suitability Card for working with children;

High degree of professionalism and judgement with the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.;

Demonstrated proficiency in the broad range of Microsoft Office products, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.

Full details of the Selection Criteria can be accessed on page 5 of the Position Description (located on our Website along with the electronic Application form https://www.slc.qld.edu.au/employment ).

Note: All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures and will be required to authorise such checks and provide identification. These checks are consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

Applications close: Monday, 3 November 2025 @ 9.00am.

Applications should be forwarded via email to:

Mr Ben Lowrie
The Principal
St Laurence's College
Email: [email protected]

Enquiries may be directed to:

Ms Lorraine Kopp
Director of Human Resources
St Laurence's College
Ph: (07) 3010 1165

Email: [email protected]

Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

St Laurence's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


About St Laurence's College

South Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Education & Training

St Laurence’s College is a Catholic school for boys in the Archdiocese of Brisbane and has been operating since 1915. Our school accepts students from Year 5 to Year 12, drawing from a wide area of Brisbane. The total enrolment of the school is over 1,800 boys, with many international students.

As a College conducted in the Edmund Rice tradition, we proudly offer a distinctive educational philosophy, that is based on a commitment to education as liberation.

Source: This is an extract from the company’s own website.

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