St Monica's College is seeking applications for a School Officer - Indigenous Liaison Officer to join their college community.
Applicants should identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (exemption under the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act, Section 25 (Genuine Occupational Requirement))
Contract Dates:
Term 1, ********* January ****
Employment Type:
Permanent, Term-Time Position | 20 hours per week (school terms only)
Salary Range:
SOF Level 4: $***** to $***** gross per hour
Closing Date for Applications:
6:00pm, 8 November **** (unless filled prior)
Please note applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received.
This position maybe filled prior to the closing date.
We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity.
St Monica's College, Cairns
The College is situated in the central business district of Cairns, one block from the Cairns Esplanade.
St Monica's is the oldest school in the region, with rich heritage and Mercy traditions.
As a Catholic Secondary Day and Boarding College for young women, St Monica's is a faith community where belief in the dignity of the human person underlies our educational philosophy, structures and processes.
During the last few years, the College has undertaken a significant building project to complement its two heritage buildings.
Reinforcing our solid Mercy tradition all of the buildings are named after Sisters of Mercy.
We are the only all-female school in the Cairns region with an enrolment of over 690 students.
Year levels 7 to 12 are offered, with both day and boarding options.
About the Role




The role and responsibilities of the Indigenous Liaison Officer is primarily one of communication and liaison between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and local First Nations people, communities and agencies to increase student engagement and outcomes for First Nations students.
Indigenous Liaison Officers play a key role in providing knowledge and understanding of First Nations histories, languages and cultures within schools to promote respect and harmony, The role is conducted in collaboration with school staff and the school Principal.
For further information about the role and responsibilities, please see the Position Description:ASOC Indigenous Liaison Officer Position Description - Level 4.pdf
Work Requirements
Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
Candidates must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
St Monica's College claims exemption under the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act, Section 25 (Genuine Occupational Requirement).
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
*****% 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
Enquiries:
Principal
Mrs Leanne Webster
P: ************
E: ******
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child secure 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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📌 Indigenous Liaison Officer - St Monica'S College, Cairns (Queensland)
🏢 Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns
📍 Queensland