Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Nambour QLD

About Brisbane Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

Summary

Join St John's College, Nambour and support the schools Science Department by offering expert advice on complex issues and assisting in strategic planning.

This is an opportunity for an organised, practical and collaborative person to support engaging, hands‑on science learning.

- Location: St John's College, Nambour
- Start date: January, 2027 - End of 2027 school year
- Work hours: 15 hours per week | Thursday and Friday
- Salary: School Officer Level 6 - $42.67/ hr + 12.75% Super (School Salary Scale)
- Status: Term Time Fixed Term | School holidays are unpaid
- Ad close date: 15th November, 2026
- Contact: Mark Maguire - ****@bne.catholic.edu.au

About our school

St John's College is a Catholic secondary learning community established by the Good Samaritan Sisters in 1940. St. John is well known for excellence in Academic pursuits,



Dramatic and Musical presentations, sporting success in rugby, netball, cross country and athletics, and community service programs. Some unique features of the school are its pastoral care program, inclusiveness of students with disabilities, staff - student relationships, energetic Parents Friends Association and community links. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

- Promoting and implementing various science initiatives, to increase engagement and highlight student pathways
- Participating in leadership decisions to improve school efficiencies and develop systems in line with legislative requirements and school policy and procedures
- Leading, coaching and providing ongoing professional development and instruction to staff to improve systems and practices
- Coordinating and facilitating science practicums/experiments consistent with the science curriculum
- Overseeing resources within the Science Department, implementing and monitoring resource controls including the maintenance/storage of equipment, cleaning and disposal and WHS obligations.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:





- Ability to promote and implement science initiatives to boost engagement and highlight student pathways
- Experience contributing to leadership decisions to enhance efficiencies and ensure compliance with policies and legislation
- Robust leadership, coaching, and professional development skills to improve systems and practices
- Expertise coordinating and facilitating science practicums/experiments aligned with a school curriculum
- Skilled in overseeing resource management, including equipment maintenance, storage, cleaning, disposal, and ensuring WHS compliance
- Tertiary qualification at Associate Diploma/Diploma level in science or related field
- For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements

- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
- Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
- Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
- Active staff social club and wellness programs
- Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Pr

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