Why work with us

Forest Lodge Public School is an inner city public school with a student population of 320 students. Forest Lodge Public School is a high performing academic school with a wide range of creative and performing arts initiatives including a K-6 specialist music teacher and extensive preforming arts enrichment opportunities. We have a culture of high expectations and a focus on individual growth for students and staff. This is driven by a highly engaged, passionate and innovative staff team. Our core focus is our students and a commitment to ensuring that each individual student meets their full potential.

We are looking for a professional, committed, and confident SAO to join our team as a regular casual.

About the role

The School Administrative Officer plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the school by undertaking a broad range of administrative and support tasks.

This position involves direct engagement with students, staff, parents, and the wider community, and contributes to the smooth and professional functioning of the school.

Selection criteria

• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team
• Administration skills including a knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work with teachers and students
• Ability to perform tasks in one or more of the following areas: office procedures; accounting procedures; sick bay; hospitality

Who can apply

School Administration Officers (SAO) with recent school-based experience are encouraged to submit an expression of interest addressing the selection criteria outlined.

Applicants must have a current paid Working with Children Clearance (WWCC) and have approval from the Department of Education to work within a public school.

How to apply

Please email an Expression of Interest of no more than 3 A4 size pages in length addressing the selection criteria, together with the completed Expression of Interest form and a one page CV outlining recent experience to Julie Warda, Principal Forest Lodge Public School at [email protected] by 3pm, Wednesday 5th November 2025.

Applicants are requested to include the names of two referees, one of the referees listed must be the applicant's current Principal.

Contact details

• Julie Warda
• Principal
• 0296603530
• [email protected]