Primary Library Assistant

MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter is seeking applications for a Primary Library Assistant to join the College on a part time basis.

Commencement Date: Thursday 3 September 2026

Employment Type: Term-Time Permanent Position

Hours: 13.10 hours per week (Thursday & Friday - 8.10am to 3.15pm)

Salary Range: SOF Level 3 - $34.17 - $35.62 gross per hour

Applications Close: 12.00pm, Tuesday 25 August 2026 (unless filled prior)

Please note that applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity.

MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter

MacKillop Catholic College, a master-planned Prep to Year 12 College located in the growing southern corridor of Cairns, was established in 2016 with Prep-Year 3 classes. The College has developed progressively, adding additional year levels annually, and commenced secondary education in 2020 with Year 7, and the first Year 12 cohort graduating in 2025. Guided by the authentic discipleship of Saint Mary MacKillop of the Cross, and the Josephite tradition, our mission, to inspire hearts, minds and spirits, is grounded in the vision to provide quality 21st century education to the young people in our community.

About the Role

The role of the Library Assistant focuses on the operational and technical aspects of library and information services.



This can involve the operation and maintenance of systems that support acquisition, organisation and day-to-day management of library and information services, resources and client access to information.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description ASOC MCC Library Assistant Position Description L3.pdf

Work Requirements

- Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
- Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

- Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport Membership available

To Apply

Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.

Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website.

Enquires

Jessica Russell - Human Resources Officer
P: 07 4081 7***
E: *************@cns.catholic.edu.au

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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