ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (RECEPTION)

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Belgrave Heights Christian School (BHCS) is located in the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria and is a thriving and vibrant educational institution established in 1983 with over 830 students from Kinder - Year 12. 

The School’s foundational vision, mission and values, aim to provide a rich Christ-centred education in which to encourage the development and growth of Christian faith in students. All staff support and contribute to this aim with our vision being Knowing Christ, Inspiring Learners and Transforming Lives. The School has enjoyed immense growth and success over the years resulting in a rich history, first class facilities and a beautiful environment in which to work.  

Our community is warm and welcoming and our people are our difference.  Working at BHCS is an opportunity to experience a strong, dynamic and supportive culture with a clear vision.  

For more of an insight into working at BHCS, we encourage you to view the information and video on our website about why working at BHCS is so good! 

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are looking for an Administration Officer (Reception) with strong administrative and people skills to join our enthusiastic, close knit office team. 

This full-time role offers an ideal work-life balance, operating 5 days per week from 8:15 AM to 4:15 PM over 42 weeks per year. The position includes 4 weeks of paid annual leave, with the majority of school holiday periods off. Commencement would be at the beginning of Term 4, 2026.

The successful applicant will be responsible for greeting all school visitors with a positive and friendly attitude. Additionally, they will provide administrative assistance to our team. Support in our First Aid department may be required in busy periods together with assistance with student attendance. 

It is essential that the successful applicant have, or be able to demonstrate the following:

• Ability to multitask and work with tight deadlines

• Be experienced and proficient at Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong interpersonal, verbal & written communication skills

• Outstanding organisational and time management skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Have, or be willing to obtain, First Aid qualifications 

• Have, or be willing to obtain, a current Victorian Working with Children Check.

• Be a Christian role model and be able to demonstrate an active faith to students and to all people associated with the School

• Actively support and adhere to the School’s vision, mission, and ethos.

Preferred but not essential:

• Experience with Synergetic Student Management System or similar

• Previous reception experience in a School or similar environment 

CHILD SAFETY

As a Child Safe School we promote the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the School. 

All applicants will undergo rigorous reference, background and identity checking.  Child safety and protection is a shared responsibility between the School, all staff, workers, contractors, associates, visitors and members of the community (including parents and students that attend the School). As such, all potential employees will be required to comply with the School’s Policies including the Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy.

The person in this role will be responsible for taking all practical measures to ensure that the School’s Child Protection Policies are implemented and upheld. This role contributes to a strong child protection culture within the School. 

For more information, including our Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Child Safe Policies, please see the Child Safety section of our website.

TO APPLY 

Expressions of interest and applications are invited, outlining your work history, qualifications and faith journey.  Applications will be treated in strict confidence.  

Applicants are invited to submit their Resume together with the names of 3 referees (one preferably from a current Minister/Pastor) via the Application Form by 5pm Friday, 11 September 2026.

Please note, we reserve the right to commence interviews and to fill this position at any time if a successful application is made.