Indigenous Liaison Officer - St Stephen's Catholic College, Mareeba

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions; Cairns Regional; Presencial; AUD 41.000 - 42.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employer superannuation

Leave loading

Salary packaging

Long service leave

Parental leave

Employee assistance

Fitness program

Descripción de la vacante

St Stephen's Catholic College in Cairns is seeking an Indigenous Liaison Officer to strengthen liaison between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and First Nations communities to boost student engagement.

The role focuses on sharing knowledge of First Nations histories, languages and cultures within the school and collaborating with staff and the Principal.

Closing date for applications is 25 November 2026; commence 23 January 2027. A Working with Children Blue Card is required.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Communicate and liaise 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.

Descripción del empleo

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

Contract, Permanent

18h ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions

Employment Type: Term Time, Permanent 30 hours per week

Commencement Date: 23 January 2027

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 Name, Suburb

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.