Indigenous Liaison Officer - St Thomas' School, Mareeba

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns; Mareeba Shire; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

Salary packaging options

Employer Superannuation Contributions

Long service leave after 7 years

14 Weeks’ paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns – Mareeba QLD invites applications for an Indigenous Liaison Officer. The role is term-time, permanent, 6 hours per week, with the day negotiable, located at St Thomas' Primary School – Mareeba.

The position supports liaison between diocesan schools and Indigenous communities to improve student engagement and outcomes. The salary is $36.98–$38.14 per hour gross, with benefits including salary packaging, long service leave after seven years, and

Qualifications

• The Indigenous Liaison Officer role focuses on communication between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and Indigenous communities.
• The position supports increased student engagement and outcomes for Indigenous students through cultural awareness initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between schools, Catholic Education Services and Indigenous communities.
• Promote cultural awareness and contribute to student engagement strategies.
• Assist in liaising with local agencies to support Indigenous students.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns – Mareeba QLD

Commencement Date: 2027 - Term 1, Week 1 (week commencing 25 January 2027)

Employment Type: Term-time, permanent, 6 hours (one day per week, day is negotiable)

Salary Range: School Officer - Level 4 -$36.98 to $38.14 Gross per hour

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm, 16th October 2026

St Thomas' Primary School - Mareeba

St Thomas Of Villanova Catholic Parish School catering for students from Prep to Year 6, is situated in the town of Mareeba in the Cairns Hinterland, approximately an hour’s drive west of Cairns.

About the Role

The role and responsibilities of the Indigenous Liaison Officer (ILO) is primarily one of communication and liaison between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and local Indigenous people, communities and agencies to increase student engagement and outcomes for Indigenous students. The position has a strong cultural focus that extends to advice and action on broad issues, including the enrichment of cultural awareness within the schools.

St Thomas' Primary School - Mareeba

St Thomas Of Villanova Catholic Parish School catering for students from Prep to Year 6, is situated in the town of Mareeba in the Cairns Hinterland, approximately an hour’s drive west of Cairns.

About the Role

The role and responsibilities of the Indigenous Liaison Officer (ILO) is primarily one of communication and liaison between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and local Indigenous people, communities and agencies to increase student engagement and outcomes for Indigenous students. The position has a strong cultural focus that extends to advice and action on broad issues, including the enrichment of cultural awareness within the schools.

Work Requirements

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

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• 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
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description:Indigenous Liaison Officer Position Description - Level 4

Enquires

Paul Rayner - Principal

P: 07 4043 4***

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