Description:
Combine your passion for administration and customer service in one role as a Team Assistant for our Pathology and Short Courses team.
In this role, you will be a key player in supporting the overall functionality of the portfolio and daily operations within the office, ensuring effective communication and providing high level administrative support, customer service and industry liaison.
To ensure the smooth operation of this office, you will need to call on your well-developed troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues, maintain office equipment and address concerns from both students and teachers within the portfolio.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, excellent time management skills, and an ability to prioritise competing tasks, manage deadlines and handle multiple responsibilities will put you in good stead to successfully carry out this role.
Experience and proficiency with TAFE learning management systems and tools like TechOne may be advantageous but not essential.
Skills & attributes for success in this role
Certificate IV in Business Administration and/or equivalent in a business related discipline and/or demonstrated competence through relevant experience.
Employment opportunity
Full Time (38 hours per week) Fixed Term Contract to 26 May 2026 (Parental Leave backfill)
Salary
$68,392 to $74,345 p.a plus Superannuation
Superannuation is paid at the current superannuation guarantee rate.
Why work with The Gordon?
The Gordon, one of the largest regional TAFEs in Victoria, is a dynamic and inclusive organisation. When you join us, you will be joining a thriving community that is supportive, collaborative and passionate about education. Your contributions will shape the future of education and empower students to reach their full potential.
As an employee of The Gordon, you will have access to:
- Work/life balance
- Career growth
- Professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free (early bird) staff parking and close to public transport
- Recognition of Prior Service (if eligible)
- The Culinary Collective, our own cafeteria, The Social Café and The Davidson Restaurant
We are the Gordon | We bring our best | We create the future | We are student minded
As a values-driven organisation, The Gordon encourages employee celebration with a dynamic Values Recognition initiative. This program empowers team members to highlight each other's outstanding contributions, offering timely and impactful feedback that resonates throughout the year.
Our people thrive in a diverse and vibrant environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe. We provide a workplace of equal opportunity, accessible to everyone, regardless of ability, where everyone has the right to be themselves and where our diversity is a catalyst for the experiences of our community.
The Gordon is dedicated to the safety and welfare of all children and young people and prides itself on being a Child Safe organisation and aligns with the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards .
Why consider relocating to Geelong?
Nestled alongside a beautiful coastline and on the threshold of the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast, Geelong offers an ideal setting for achieving a harmonious work-life balance. Whether you’re searching for an inner city, coastal, suburban or rural home, Geelong has various housing options to suit your preferences.
Boasting a dynamic events calendar, recreational options for both sports enthusiasts and leisure seekers, Geelong consistently offers a diverse array of events encompassing arts, music, sports, and culture. These experiences are enhanced by a variety of dining establishments, ranging from intimate cafes to high-end restaurants with delightful meals to enjoy.
Geelong provides the perfect synergy between your professional endeavours and personal pursuits while enjoying a vibrant tapestry of events and dining experiences.
Applications close: Friday, 14 March 2025 @ 8:00am
Enquiries :
Job specific: Laura Mojsiej on 0481 065 433
Application process: Careers and Talent Team on +61 3 5225 0870
Application requirements :
Applications must include a Cover Letter addressing the Key Requirements of the position, a current Resume, and any additional supporting documentation that outlines your skills, experience and suitability for the position.
This position requires a current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
You must hold permanent residency status in Australia or have a valid Work Visa to apply for this position.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Careers and Talent team via careers@gordontafe.edu.au or +61 3 5225 0870 to discuss.