Lyndons Windsor

VACANCY

Overview

A school-based traineeship means you get paid to work while completing a nationally recognised qualification. You’ll undertake the minimum paid working hours across the duration of the program. By the time you finish, you’ll have real work experience, a qualification that’s valued across Australia, and a head start on your career – all while still at school.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a School based Traineeship, you will be:

  • An Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, New Zealand Citizen, or eligible Visa holder
  • Currently in year 10, 11, 0r 12
  • Not currently enrolled in a VETis funded qualification

About this opportunity

This school-based traineeship with Lyndons gives you the chance to gain paid, hands-on experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification. You will be part of a welcoming team, learning how to support clients, assist staff, and develop practical skills in both customer service and administration. It is a unique opportunity to grow your confidence, explore future career pathways, and make a real difference in your community — all while still at school.

 

What you'll be doing

As a school-based trainee in this role, your tasks and learning will include:

.Greeting visitors and clients in a friendly and professional manner, creating a positive first impression.

.Answering and directing phone calls, taking accurate messages, and responding to general enquiries.

.Managing appointment bookings, rescheduling, and maintaining calendars or booking systems.

.Assisting with basic administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, scanning, and preparing documents.

.Handling incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and deliveries.

.Maintaining a clean, organised, and welcoming reception area.

.Supporting staff with day-to-day office tasks and learning how different departments operate.

.Using office equipment and systems (e.g. computers, printers, booking software) under guidance.

.Following workplace procedures, including privacy, confidentiality, and health & safety requirements.

.Working effectively as part of the team — communicating clearly, assisting colleagues, and gaining exposure to the daily operations of a professional office environment.

About you

Lyndons is looking for students who are confident communicators and eager to contribute to a professional front desk environment. To be successful in this traineeship, you should bring:

.Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to speak clearly and confidently with a wide range of people.

.Good listening skills to understand requests, take accurate messages, and respond appropriately.

.A polite and professional manner when answering phone calls and greeting visitors.

.Basic written communication skills for emails and general administrative tasks.

.A willingness to learn new systems and take direction from experienced staff.

.Reliability and commitment to both your school studies and your workplace responsibilities.

.The ability to stay organised, manage tasks efficiently, and maintain a positive attitude in a busy environment.

This opportunity is ideal for students who want to build real workplace skills, gain experience in a professional office setting, and develop strong communication abilities for future career pathways.

Why Lyndons Windsor

Lyndons is a warm and supportive supplier within the construction industry, committed to serving the local community. By joining the team, you will become part of a professional and caring environment where you can develop valuable skills in customer service and administration through a receptionist role. This opportunity also provides a pathway to build connections and explore future careers across the logistics, retail, and construction sectors.

Key Details

Qualification:
BSB30120 Certificate III in Business
Minimum age:
15
Minimum weekly hours:
7.5
Minimum total working hours:
375
Location:
Victoria Street, 37, Windsor, Queensland, 4030, Australia
Working days:
Flexible
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Frequently Asked Questions

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

  • How many hours will I work?

    You’ll usually work one day a week (or the equivalent in shifts). Your school may authorise a partial or full release day on a week day for you to undertake work. You can also undertake additional shifts in the workplace.

  • Do I get paid while doing the traineeship?

    Yes. You are an employee of the business and will be paid for the shifts you undertake.

  • Will this affect my school studies?

    The school based traineeship will impact your timetable in some way. This could be a partial or full release day to work or undertake part of your studies during periods of school. Your school will assist in determining the structure of your school based traineeship with school subjects.

  • What happens when I finish my traineeship?

    You’ll graduate with a nationally recognised qualification and real workplace experience. Many trainees are offered ongoing work or use the qualification to continue their career.

  • Who will support me during the program?

    You’ll be supported by your school, your workplace supervisor, and your training organisation. Australian Vocational Academy will be your main contact throughout your course and deliver the qualification program to you. Australian Vocational Academy is a Registered Training Organisation (Similar to a TAFE)