School Officer - Mission Assistant

Estimated start date: Term 2, 2024

Position tenure: Continuing

Weeks worked: School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)

Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 30 Hours per week

Salary level, range or hourly rate: Level 3 School Officer - $32.21 per hour (School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement

About the role - The School Officer – Mission Assistant is a member of the College Support Team working to support the day-to-day operations of the College, with particular reference to the Mission and Religious life the college.

Role Description:

• Support the Mission, Values, and Identity of the College as a Catholic School in the Mercy Tradition.
• Provide strategic and organisational support to develop and maintain the religious life of the College including participation and planning of liturgy and prayer.
• Give expression to social justice and Mercy in Action initiatives.
• Develop and nourish a collaborative approach to partnerships within and beyond the College including Parish life.
• Support the Mission Team consisting of the Assistant Principal Community Engagement and Mission and the Program Leader Mission.

To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:

• hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.

About the school - St Mary's College, Ipswich is a close knit Catholic, secondary College committed to the education of young women in the Mercy Tradition. We are a growing school community that has a current enrolment of approximately 700 students. The educational experiences offered are holistic and designed to be values based and life-giving. In joining our community, you join supportive, collaborative and professional colleagues who are dedicated to the best outcomes for each student. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

Closing date: 07-March-2024