About Pedare: Pedare is a coeducational Anglican and Uniting Church school comprising of Junior (R-5), Middle (Years 6-9) and Senior (Years 10-12) based in Golden Grove. We are committed to developing young people to make a difference in our global community and passionate about providing our students with the best education and learning curriculum. Here at Pedare we have been operating since 1986 and we have over 1,150 students. At Pedare, the journey begins in a personal environment where great attention is given to each individual child by knowing and understanding their learning and interests. As strengths are recognised, we strive to support and enhance them whilst maintaining balance and providing a range of opportunities in a variety of disciplines. The Opportunity: We seek to appoint an exceptional and highly accomplished Personal Assistant to join the College on a permanent, full-time basis (working a minimum of 45 weeks per annum). This position is dedicated to providing comprehensive, confidential support to two members of our Executive Leadership Team: the Deputy Principal – Teaching and Learning and the Deputy Principal – Student Life and Wellbeing. The successful candidate will serve as the indispensable operational force for ensuring the efficient, precise, and seamless management of both Executive Offices. Your primary responsibility will be to maximise the productivity of the two Deputy Principals by expertly handling all complex administative, logistical and communication requirements associated with their high-level portfolios. We are looking for an experienced professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, possesses impeccable organisational discipline, demonstrates the capacity to operate with the strictest standards of confidentiality, and expertly manages diverse priorities with poise and precision. Your contribution will be vital to the College's leadership function. The role: Provision of a confidential secretarial service for Deputy Principal - Teaching and Learning and Deputy Principal - Student Life and Wellbeing Maintain calendar and coordinate meetings and appointments on their behalf Event coordination with relevant leaders Support timetable administration and Daily Administration of the College Support activities such as external testing administration, subject selection processes, student reporting etc Coordination and booking of staff Professional Development Relief duties for the Daily Organiser, as required Preparation of agendas, minutes of meetings, action follow ups What we need: A current South Australian Working With Child Check (WWCC) A current Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and neglect (RRHAN) certificate A current First Aid and CPR Certificate (preferred) Certificate 3 or above in Business or Business Administration (preferred) All certificates and qualification(s) must be provided to the College prior to commencement of employment; and the College requires the applicant to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people. Our Culture: At Pedare we believe in providing a vibrant, professional and collaborative place to work where everyone is welcomed into our community. We understand no day is the same, therefore, we provide ongoing support and resources to help you deliver a positive environment where our students can thrive. WE ARE ONE, WE ARE PEDARE. Your Benefits: Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via Maxxia) Generous discount with tuition fees for your children attending Pedare Free external, confidential counselling via our EAP program Available staff carpark Next Steps: Applications, including a letter of application addressing the selection criteria, Curriculum Vitae and the names of three (3) professional referees should be received no later than 9am on Monday 27 October 2025 and be addressed to: Laura Smith, People and Culture Officer by clicking APPLY . Only candidates with the appropriate experience and full working rights in Australia will be considered.
