Indigenous Liaison Officer - St Monica's College, Cairns

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

Salary packaging options

12.75% employer superannuation

Long service leave

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

St Monica's College in Cairns is seeking an Indigenous Liaison Officer to strengthen engagement for First Nations students. The role focuses on communication between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and local First Nations communities, to improve outcomes and promote cultural understanding within the college.

The position is permanent, term-time, 20 hours per week. Applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and hold a Working with Children Blue Card.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Primary liaison between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and First Nations communities to increase engagement and outcomes for First Nations students.
• Promote knowledge of First Nations histories and cultures within schools in collaboration with staff and the Principal.

Job description

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions – Cairns QLD

Contract, Permanent

1d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions

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, 2027 - 23 January 2027

Employment Type: Permanent, Term-Time Position | 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 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 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 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 thePosition 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
• 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 4***
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.

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