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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Westminster is an Early Learning to Year 12, coeducational day and boarding, Uniting Church school with
a proud history and an exciting future. We commit to helping all students and staff achieve more than
they thought possible through an adventurous education, which takes place anytime our students are
challenged in their learning and when staff explore new opportunities to improve their profession. Since
opening in 1961, Westminster’s vibrant sense of community has shaped our welcoming, down-to-earth
character, enriched by School values of being brave, humble, kind, authentic, resilient and curious.
Position Name Marketing and Communications Assistant
Area of School Marketing and Communications
Employment Conditions
Level 4 - Westminster School Inc. Teaching Staff and School Assistants
Enterprise Agreement 2026.
Key Relationships
The Marketing and Communications Assistant reports to the Marketing
Lead and works closely with staff and key stakeholders across the
School Community. The Marketing and Communications Assistant is
ultimately accountable to the Principal, via the Director of Business
Operations.
Position Objective:
The Marketing and Communications Assistant provides operational support for the creation and
distribution of content across traditional and digital media, including publications, social media, websites,
signage, and CRM communications. The role supports designated aspects of school marketing and
communications, ensuring the smooth operation of the school’s marketing office.
Key Responsibilities:
Create and publish content for print and digital channels under direction.
Support the Marketing Lead and senior management with designated marketing and communications
tasks.
Assist with website and social media updates, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Provide administrative support, including vendor liaison and purchase orders.
Assist with enrolment communications and event coordination as required.
Maintain organised records and visual asset libraries.
Track and report on content performance using provided tools.
Provide primary support to students, families, and staff presenting at the office, referring to relevant
leaders or teams as appropriate.
Key Selection Criteria: Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Formal qualifications in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
Experience in content creation for traditional and digital media.
Proficiency in relevant software (Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365, CMS, CRM).
Strong writing and design skills, with attention to detail and brand alignment.
Ability to work collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and respond to challenges.
Broad knowledge of social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter), search engines (Google,
YouTube) and associated third party applications, including emerging platforms.
Show awareness of the Privacy Act and ability to ensure confidentiality.
Key Selection Criteria: Personal Qualities
• Demonstrated interest in new media trends and adopting new technology.
• Be a positive, enthusiastic team member.
• Ability to work flexible hours in line with the dynamic nature of social media and digital platform
management.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to pursuing ongoing professional and personal development.
Safety and Wellbeing
All staff must:
• Take reasonable care of, and cooperate with actions taken to protect, the health and safety of both
themselves and others.
• Report all accidents, incidents and hazards to their supervisors as soon as is practicable.
• Read and abide by all WHS policies.
Conditions of Employment
• All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
• All staff must satisfy child protection screening and adhere to Westminster’s Child Safety and Wellbeing
policy which includes holding a current Working With Children Clearance.
• A probationary period applies to new employees.
• No position description can capture the complexity of tasks within a school. Therefore, this position
description should not be seen as limiting and some flexibility is required. There will be tasks not described
above, within the scope of the classification level, that may be given to this position from time to time.
Created: October 2026
