Current Opportunities

St James Primary School, Banora Point

St James Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic Trainee in Business Administration for a 12-month role [2026 School Academic year]. This role offers comprehensive on-the-job training in all aspects of a busy school office, including reception support, records management, and general administrative duties. The ideal candidate has a strong desire to learn, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and student safety. This traineeship offers a pathway to work as an Administrative Assistant position.

Trainee - Business Administration

Full time temporary position starting January 2026

We are inviting applications from current Year 12 school leavers, recent school leavers, or mature age adults looking for a Traineeship opportunity.

The successful candidates will study a Certificate III in Business while supporting School Administration at St James Primary School. Candidates will have paid study time each week to assist with the completion of study/course requirements.

Applicants must: 

• have a current NSW Working with Children Check
• compliance with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment

Applicants will be required to: 

• be an active and visible member of the Catholic Church community
• commit to the Catholic Community’s ethics, values and standards
• be self-motivated, organised, creative, trustworthy, committed and able to motivate youth
• have excellent communication skills, and personal initiative
• be able to recognise and maintain confidentiality
• have a strong work ethic and the motivation to complete a 12-month traineeship, along with the ability to pass relevant study requirements
• ability to use a range of Google and Microsoft Office products (or willingness to learn);
• ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences (a customer service background is desirable)

Your application should address the above criteria including the nomination of two (2) referees.

Enquiries to the school: 0755 259 488

Applications must be received by 3:00 pm Monday, 8 December 2025

Tweed Region

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.

Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.