Administration Officer - First Nations Education - St Monica's College, Cairns

Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

Salary packaging options

12.75% employer superannuation

Long service leave after 7 years

14 Weeks’ paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport Membership

Job summary

St Monica's College, Cairns is seeking an Administration Officer - First Nations Education to strengthen partnerships between communities, agencies and the school. The role focuses on effective communication, liaison and administrative support to improve outcomes for First Nations students.

Working with school staff and the Principal, you will contribute to coordinated engagement during school terms, with duties defined by the Position Description.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide effective communication, liaison, and administrative support to strengthen partnerships between communities, agencies and the school.
• Support improved engagement and educational outcomes for First Nations students.
• Collaborate with school staff and the Principal on administrative activities.

Job description

Contract Dates:

Term 1, 2027 - 23 January 2027

Employment Type:

Permanent, Term-Time | 20 hours per week (school terms only)

Salary Range:

SOF Level 4: $36.98 to $38.14 gross per hour

Closing Date for Applications:

6:00pm, 8 November 2026 (unless filled prior)

Please note 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.

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 strong 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 Administration Officer - First Nations Education role is focused on providing effective communication, liaison, and administrative support to strengthen partnerships between communities, agencies, and the school. The position supports improved engagement and educational outcomes for First Nations students.

The role is conducted in collaboration with school staff the school Principal.

For further information about the role and responsibilities, please see the Position Description: ASOC Admin Officer - First Nations Education - Level 4.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

Enquiries

Principal

Mrs Leanne Webster

P: 07 4042 4800

E: [e-mail]

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.