School Learning Officer - Library Assistant - St Monica's College, Cairns

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 53,000; Full 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 Monica's College, Cairns, is seeking a School Learning Officer - Library Assistant to support daily library operations for a Catholic education community. The position is term-time and fixed-term (leave coverage) with a 38-hour work week.

The hourly rate ranges from $36.98 to $38.14 gross, plus 12.75% superannuation, and the contract runs 23 January 2027 to 21 January 2028. The role requires a Working with Children Blue Card and alignment with Catholic Education values.

Qualifications

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
• A Certificate IV in Education Support is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain library systems and information services to support acquisition, organisation and access for students and staff.

Education

Certificate IV in Education Support

Job description

School Learning Officer - Library Assistant - St Monica's College, Cairns

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns – Cairns QLD

Contract Dates: 23 January 2027 to 21 January 2028

Employment Type: Term-Time, Fixed-Term Position (leave coverage) | 38 hours per week

Hourly Rate: SOF Level 4: $36.98 to 38.14 gross per hour + 12.75% superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 6.00pm, Sunday 15 November 2026

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 700 students. Year levels 7 to 12 are offered, with both day and boarding options.

The College is committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and the development of the complete individual. As a nurturing Mercy community, we are also committed to an inclusive education which values uniqueness and caters to differing needs. The College offers a variety of learning experiences which ensure students continued intellectual, creative and spiritual development. St Monica’s College consistently achieve outstanding ATAR results and university entrance and completion rates.

About The Role

The role of the library assistant focuses on the operational and technical aspects of library and information services. This can involve the operation and maintenance of systems that support acquisition, organisation and day to day management of library and information services, resources and client access to information.

For further information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description: ASOC Library Assistant Position Description - Level 4.pdf

Work Requirements

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
• A Certificate IV in Education Support is advantageous

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

Enquiries

Principal

Mrs Leanne Webster

P: 07 4042 4***

E: smc. ***email_hidden***

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.

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