Job Description

School Officer (Hospitality & Food Technologies), Good Counsel College

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Commencement Date: 18 January 2027

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Employment Type: Term-Time, Permanent (Monday to Friday, 32.92 hours per week)

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Salary Range: School Officer Level 3 $34.17 - $35.62 Gross hourly rate plus 12.75% Superannuation

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Closing Date for Applications: 5pm Friday, 23 October 2026

Good Counsel College, Innisfail n

Good Counsel College is a small, but growing, Catholic co-educational secondary school with a strong sense of community and pride that offers a quality and holistic educational experience for students in Years 7-12. It operates under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Cairns and enjoys collaborative partnerships with Catholic Primary schools in Tully, South Johnstone, Silkwood, Innisfail and Babinda whilst also welcoming students from state and other schools who are seeking a Catholic education for their children and who share our values.

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The College strives to provide a quality education for the whole person in a safe and nurturing environment where students can grow, emotionally, spiritually, academically and physically.

About the Role n

In this role, the School Officer (Hospitality & Food Technologies) will work alongside teaching staff toprovide learning and practical support to all students within Hospitality and Food Technologies . The role will assist students during classroom and practical activities, as well as support the preparation, organisation and maintenance of practical learning environments to ensure classes operate safely and effectively.

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The successful applicant will have strong communication and organisational skills and the ability to engage positively with young people in a practical learning environment.

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A Certificate III in Education Support is desirable, with demonstrated skills in supporting student learning. Experience in hospitality, food preparation or a commercial kitchen environment, together with knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices, is highly regarded.

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The chosen candidate will be required to:

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- Provide one-to-one or small group student support
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- Assist students to remain engaged and on task in learning activities
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- Support student wellbeing, independence and social development
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- Assist teachers with the preparation of learning materials and classroom activities
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- Attend excursions and activities as required
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- Support the Catholic ethos and values of the College
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For further information about this role, please download the Position DescriptionFood & Textile Assistant Position Description - Level 3 .pdf

Work Requirements n

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- Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
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- Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
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What we offer nn
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
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- Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
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- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
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- Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
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- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
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- 14 Weeks' paid parental leave - following 1 year's continuous service
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- Access to Employee Assistance Program
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- Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service
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Enquiries n

Mr Paul Melloy, Principal
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Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child secure organisation.
n Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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📌 School Officer (Hospitality & Food Technology), Good Counsel College, Innisfail (South Innisfail)
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