School Learning Officer - St Monica's College, Cairns

Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns; Cairns Regional; Presencial; AUD 47.000 - 49.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

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 Membership

Descripción de la vacante

St Monica's College, Cairns is seeking a School Learning Officer on a 6-month fixed-term, term-time contract offering 30 hours per week. The role operates under the Catholic Education ethos and requires appropriate qualifications and a Blue Card.

The hourly rate ranges from $34.17 to $35.62 gross, plus 12.75% superannuation. Applicants must possess or be completing relevant education support credentials and demonstrate competency across routine and varied learning contexts.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Assist in delivery of learning support under Position Description.
• Support learning activities across a range of contexts with appropriate supervision.

Conocimientos

Blue Card

Child safety awareness

Educación

Certificate IV in Education Support

Descripción del empleo

Contract Dates: 23 January 2027 to 26 June 2027

Employment Type: Term-Time, Fixed-Term (6-month leave coverage contract) | 30 hours per week

Hourly Rate: SOF Level 3 - $34.17 - $35.62 gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 6.00pm, Wednesday 11 November 2026 (unless filled prior)

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 School Learning Officer in this position is required to demonstrate competency involving the application of knowledge with depth in some areas and a broad range of skills. There is a range of roles and tasks in a variety of contexts, where there is some complexity in the extent and choice of actions required. Tertiary qualifications at Certificate level or equivalent qualifications relevant to the position may be required or such knowledge, qualifications and experience that are deemed by the employer as necessary to successfully carry out the duties of the position.

Competencies are within routines, methods and procedures. Some discretion and judgement are involved in selection of equipment, work organisation, services, actions and achieving outcomes within time constraints.

For further information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description: School Learning Officer Position Description.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 4800

E: smc. [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.