Indigenous Liaison Officer

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns; Mareeba Shire; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12.75% employer superannuation

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

Salary packaging options

Long service leave after 7 years

14 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

St Stephen's Catholic College, Mareeba, is recruiting an Indigenous Liaison Officer to strengthen connections between diocesan schools and local First Nations communities within a 30-hour-per-week term-time role. The position emphasizes cultural knowledge, language and respectful engagement to boost student outcomes.

The role works with school staff and the Principal, with a focus on communication, planning and collaboration. Commencement is 23 January 2027, closing on 25 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Indigenous Liaison Officer role coordinates between diocesan schools and First Nations communities.
• Promotes understanding of First Nations histories, languages and cultures within schools.

Responsibilities

• Increase student engagement and outcomes for First Nations students.
• Collaborate with school staff and the Principal to support inclusive education.

Job description

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns – Mareeba QLD

Employment Type: Term Time, Permanent 30 hours per week

Salary Range:Level 4 $29.87 to $30.81 gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm,Wednesday 25 November 2026

Commencement Date: 23 January 2027

Employment Type: Term Time, Permanent 30 hours per week

Salary Range:Level 4 $29.87 to $30.81 gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm,Wednesday 25 November 2026

St Stephen's Catholic College, Mareeba

St Stephen's Catholic College is a Catholic co-educational secondary college offering a quality, educational experience for students from Years 7 to 12 on the Tablelands. Established in 2006 under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Cairns, St Stephen's focuses on providing excellent opportunities for young people to achieve their personal best.

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, please download the Position DescriptionASOC 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

What we offer

• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• 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

Enquires

Mr Simon Vaughan, Principal (acting)

P: 0740862***

E: *************@cns.catholic.edu.au

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 ourReconciliation Action Plan

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.