Boarding Administration Assistant - St Augustine'S College, Cairns.

Catholic Education Dioceses Of Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Employer superannuation contributions

Long service leave after 7 years

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

St Augustine's College, Cairns seeks a Boarding Administration Assistant to support the day‑to‑day operations of the boarding program with high‑quality admin and organisational assistance for a safe, supportive environment for boarding students, in a Catholic education setting.

The role offers 38 hours per week during school terms, with a start date of 18 January 2027 and requires a current Working with Children Blue Card and alignment with the college ethos.

Qualifications

• Hold a current Working with Children Blue Card.
• Fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality administrative and organisational support to boarding residences.
• Assist with the day‑to‑day operations of the boarding program to ensure a safe, supportive environment for students.

Job description

Boarding Administration Assistant

Position start date: 18 January 2027

Employment Type: Term-Time, Permanent

Hours: 38 hours per week - during school terms

Salary Range: School Officer Schedule Level 4 ($36.98 to $38.14 Gross per hour)

Closing Date for Applications: 3pm Friday 20 November 2026

St Augustine's College, Cairns

Our Catholic College has been specialising in boys education since 1930 and is part of the worldwide network of Marist schools.

Our approach is based on the educational philosophy of our French founder, St Marcellin Champagnat (*********). At the heart of everything we do are five characteristics that embody his approach: presence, family spirit, simplicity, a love of work all done in the way of Mary, the mother of Jesus. We are a community where Jesus is known and loved, where each boy belongs and the dignity of all is respected.

About the Role

The Boarding Administration Assistant plays a key role in supporting the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the boarding program at St Augustine's College. The position provides high-quality administrative and organisational support to ensure the smooth functioning of the boarding residences, while contributing to the College’s commitment to providing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for all boarding students.

Work Requirements

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

What we offer

• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
• 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 for eligible employees
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Position Description - Boarding Administration Assistant.pdf

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

For enquiries: Please call (*************