Student Absences Senior School Administrator 

Permanent Part Time (Fridays) 

Commencing as soon as possible 

Ravenswood is a Uniting Church K–12 day and boarding school for girls located on Sydney’s North Shore. Ravenswood offers both the HSC and the IB Diploma Programme, as well as the PYP in the Junior School. It is a school where students enjoy outstanding academic success, supported by innovative teaching practices underpinned by a whole-school approach to Positive Education. 

We are currently seeking a Student Absences Senior School Administrator to support the Student Reception team in managing student attendance processes. This role involves maintaining accurate attendance records, monitoring unexplained absences, and liaising with parents, Year Coordinators, and other School leaders regarding attendance matters, including absenteeism and truancy. 

This position requires a highly organised and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong administrative capability, and exceptional attention to detail. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Oversee daily student attendance across Senior School classes, including students attending excursions and other school-based activities 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of planned student absences within school systems 

• Act as the first point of contact for parents regarding unexplained absences 

• Follow up on unexplained class absences in a timely manner 

• Liaise with Senior School leadership regarding discrepancies in attendance, including truancy and other concerns 

• Communicate with teaching and operational staff regarding student absences and required adjustments 

• Manage late arrivals and early departures, ensuring records are accurately maintained 

• Coordinate early departure requests, including confirming details with parents and signing students out via Student Reception 

Skills and Experience 

• Proven experience in a similar administrative role (education environment advantageous) 

• Strong administrative and organisational skills 

• Ability to multitask effectively and meet tight deadlines 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with students, parents, and staff 

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail (essential) 

• Professional presentation and manner, with a friendly and approachable disposition 

• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment 

Please include a cover letter as the first page of your resume.  

Ravenswood is a child safe organisation and all statutory checks and references are required prior to the confirmation of employment.  

Shortlisted applicants will be required to provide the School with their Working With Children Check number in order to be eligible for this position.  

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 15 June 2026   

If you have any questions: Please email [email protected]  

Ravenswood is a Uniting Church IB World School.