Visitor Receptionist (General Office)

Temporary Part-Time (0.2 FTE) – Friday - 2027

(Term Time only)

COMMENCEMENT DATE: Term 1, 2027

Closing Date: Friday, 11 September 2026 at 4pm

(Apply now as interviews may commence sooner based on applications received)

Why Join Rosebank?

• Join a supportive and dynamic team
• Leading 7-12 Catholic co-educational College – Over 1400 students
• Great location in Five Dock (Inner West
• Additional leave - 1 week in the June/July school vacation period (3 weeks total)
• Transferable LSL/ Personal/Carer’s leave from systemic and non-systemic Catholic schools (participating schools under current EA)
• Salary packaging options
• Regular professional learning opportunities
• Access to College-wide health and wellbeing initiatives
• A diverse and inclusive, welcoming community
• Work within a College guided by Rosebank’s Strategic Plan 2026–2029: Being Fully Alive, with a focus on learning, wellbeing, formation, innovation and transition
• Be part of a vibrant, faith-filled community where staff are known, supported and encouraged to thrive

About Us

Rosebank College has a proud and varied history of over 150 years as part of the Good Samaritan family established in 1857, and belonging to the Benedictine spiritual and educational tradition founded by St Benedict in the 4th century. The College belongs to the community of ten schools across Australia called Good Samaritan Education (GSE). Established in 2011 by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, the mission of Good Samaritan Education is to sustain and nurture our Catholic schools as Good Samaritan Benedictine communities of learning.

Catholic education in the Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition is committed to developing students who will engage with today’s world as grounded, hope-filled young people who are equipped to lead wisely, to listen deeply and to treat their neighbour and their environment with justice, love and the compassion of Christ.

Rosebank College promotes an inclusive, welcoming environment for children and provides transparent, accountable, risk-managed approaches to ensure child safeguarding.

As a school of Good Samaritan Education, Rosebank College is incorporated and governed by a Board of Directors which is accountable through the Company Members to Good Samaritan Education.

For further information about Rosebank College, please visit our website: www.rosebank.nsw.edu.au.

About the Role

Rosebank College is seeking a suitably experienced and highly organised Visitor Receptionist (General Office) to join our Administration team for the 2027 school year.

This is a temporary 0.2 FTE position, working Fridays from 8.00 am – 4.00 pm during school term time.

The position forms part of a job-share and flexible work arrangement for 2027 only, with the other employee working Monday to Thursday. The arrangement will conclude at the end of the 2027 school year. There may also be opportunities to undertake additional casual days, subject to the College's operational needs and the employee’s availability.

Reporting to the Dean of Administration, the Visitor Receptionist is an important first point of contact for the College and is responsible for providing a professional, welcoming and responsive service to students, families, staff, visitors and the wider College community.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will:

• Provide professional front-of-house reception and customer service
• Welcome and appropriately direct visitors, contractors and deliveries
• Respond to telephone, email and general enquiries
• Support the day-to-day administrative operations of the General Office
• Assist with student attendance and other student administration requirements
• Provide first aid and support students and staff accessing Sick Bay
• Maintain accurate records and appropriately manage confidential and sensitive information
• Support College safeguarding, WHS and emergency procedures
• Work collaboratively with the job-share partner and Administration team to ensure continuity of service across the week

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise
• A professional, welcoming and calm manner
• A high level of confidentiality and discretion
• Reliability, initiative and attention to detail
• The ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
• A commitment to the Mission, Vision and Good Samaritan Benedictine values of Rosebank College
• Digital proficiency and the ability to confidently use a range of technology, software and administrative systems

Applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check, First Aid and CPR certification. Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications are highly regarded.

The Application Process

If you meet the requirements of this position, then please click the Apply button to submit your online application to the Principal of Rosebank College.

When you complete the online application, you will need to provide:

• A copy of your CV;
• A cover letter;
• Copies of relevant academic qualifications and copies of transcripts.

Candidates who progress through our recruitment process will be required to provide at least two (2) referees, including the current employer.

Early applications are encouraged to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the application closing date.

The appointment of a successful candidate is conditional and based on the successful completion of all pre-employment screening for child-related employment and reference checks.

Child Safety Commitment

Rosebank College has zero tolerance for child abuse. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all students. Child safety and wellbeing are embedded in our practices.

General Enquiries

If you have any questions regarding the role, please email the College’s Human Resources Manager on ***********@rosebank.nsw.edu.au.

Rosebank College manages all our recruitment and hiring needs internally. As such, we ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us directly regarding candidate referrals or general recruitment needs. The College will not respond to unsolicited emails from recruitment agencies.