Indigenous Liaison Officer - St Monica's College, Cairns

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

12.75% employer superannuation

Long service leave

14 weeks parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

St Monica's College in Cairns is seeking a part-time Indigenous Liaison Officer (Term-Time) to strengthen engagement with First Nations students and communities.

The role focuses on communication between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and local First Nations people, cultures and languages, in collaboration with school staff and the Principal. Applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and hold a Working with Children Blue Card.

Qualifications

• Indigenous Liaison Officer role requires Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity.
• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card.

Responsibilities

• Communicate between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and First Nations communities to boost student engagement.
• Promote understanding of First Nations histories, languages and cultures within schools.
• Collaborate with school staff and the Principal to support outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Cultural liaison

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

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 the Position 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 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.