Description:
Newman Catholic College is seeking applications for a School Officer with a passion for Vocational Educational training to join their expanding staff for 2025.
Commencement Date: Tuesday 22 April 2025 (negotiable)
Employment Type: Term Time- Permanent
Salary Range: $51.11 to $54.88 gross per hour plus 12.75% Super
Closing Date for Applications: 3.00pm, Thursday 10 April 2025 (unless filled prior)
Newman Catholic College
Newman Catholic College, co-located on James Cook University site, Smithfield, is Cairns Catholic Education’s newest college, joining a system of 29 other catholic schools and colleges. Opened in 2022, with approximately 140 Year 7 students and growing a year level each year until Year 12 is reached in 2027, its location on and interaction with the University presents endless opportunities to meet the diverse learning needs of our students. Newman Catholic College works collaboratively with James Cook University so that learning and teaching is enhanced at all year levels.
About the Role
The role of School Officer- Pathways is to support the school vision through leadership of the learning and teaching program. This involves ensuring curriculum is in line with national, state and local requirements; ensuring that appropriate pedagogies are developed and implemented at all levels; ensuring the quality of student learning and the effectiveness of teacher/trainer practice through appropriate supervision; utilising thorough analysis of current data to inform decisions; developing appropriate partnerships within and outside of the college; and prudently administering available resources.
The school officer pathways will work in collaboration with the Leader of Engagement and Deputy Principal to support students in exploring appropriate careers and pathways. The School Officer Pathways is to ensure currency in Career Development, Vocational Education, and post-school pathways.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description School Officer- Pathways (2).pdf
Work Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications at Degree level and post-graduation qualifications in Career Counselling, Training and Assessment or a related study area and/or master’s in Vocational Education, Education or Further Education and Training.
- Registration and currency with CICA.
- Unless an exemption applies all staff are required to hold a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card or be eligible to apply.
- 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
- 12.75% 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
To Apply:
Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application.
For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website.
Enquiries:
Lauretta Graham - Principal
P: 4047 6000
E: principal.newman@cns.catholic.edu.au
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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