Administration Assistant - School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work
- The University of Queensland
- Australia, QLD
- Jun 6, 2026
Job Description:
Full-time(100%), continuing position
Base salary will be in the range $77k - $82k + 17% super (HEW Level 4)
Based at our St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity
Join the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work as an Administration Assistant and play a key role in supporting students and academics in a rewarding and purpose-driven environment. Working as part of a collaborative and service-focused team, you will provide high-quality administrative support across a range of student and academic processes, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the School. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised professional who enjoys working with people, delivering exceptional service, and contributing to the success of future health and social care professionals.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality administrative and operational support across a range of academic and student administration activities, including assessment extensions, examination preparation and grade processing.
Coordinate meetings, events and day-to-day administrative activities, ensuring the smooth operation of the School and compliance with established procedures.
Deliver responsive and professional support to students, staff and external stakeholders, managing enquiries and providing accurate information and guidance.
Maintain and update records, systems and databases, ensuring the accuracy, integrity and confidentiality of information.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the effective delivery of administrative services across the School.
About You
You are a highly organised and customer-focused administrator who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional service. You have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence. To be successful in this role, you will have:
A Certificate IV or Diploma qualification with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
Demonstrated experience providing high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative, sound judgement and a proactive approach.
An understanding of, or the ability to quickly develop knowledge of, student and academic administration processes and practices.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Carla Cravaliat at [email protected].
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.
Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Monday, 22 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65205).
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Job Description:
Full-time(100%), continuing position
Base salary will be in the range $77k - $82k + 17% super (HEW Level 4)
Based at our St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity
Join the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work as an Administration Assistant and play a key role in supporting students and academics in a rewarding and purpose-driven environment. Working as part of a collaborative and service-focused team, you will provide high-quality administrative support across a range of student and academic processes, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the School. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised professional who enjoys working with people, delivering exceptional service, and contributing to the success of future health and social care professionals.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality administrative and operational support across a range of academic and student administration activities, including assessment extensions, examination preparation and grade processing.
Coordinate meetings, events and day-to-day administrative activities, ensuring the smooth operation of the School and compliance with established procedures.
Deliver responsive and professional support to students, staff and external stakeholders, managing enquiries and providing accurate information and guidance.
Maintain and update records, systems and databases, ensuring the accuracy, integrity and confidentiality of information.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the effective delivery of administrative services across the School.
About You
You are a highly organised and customer-focused administrator who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional service. You have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence. To be successful in this role, you will have:
A Certificate IV or Diploma qualification with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
Demonstrated experience providing high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative, sound judgement and a proactive approach.
An understanding of, or the ability to quickly develop knowledge of, student and academic administration processes and practices.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Carla Cravaliat at [email protected].
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.
Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Monday, 22 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65205).
#LI-DNI
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