Indigenous Liaison Officer - St Stephen's Catholic College, Mareeba
- Liaise between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and local First Nations people, communities and agencies to support student engagement and outcomes.
- Share knowledge of First Nations histories, languages and cultures to promote respect and harmony within the school.
- Work collaboratively with school staff and the Principal in a permanent, term-time role of 30 hours per week.
Commencement Date: 23 January 2027
Employment Type: Term Time, Permanent 30 hours per week
Salary Range: Level 4 $29.87 to $30.81 gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation
Closing Date for Applications: 5pm, Wednesday 25 November 2026
St Stephen's Catholic College Name, Suburb
St Stephen's Catholic College is a Catholic co-educational secondary college offering a quality, educational experience for students from Years 7 to 12 on the Tablelands. Established in 2006 under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Cairns, St Stephen's focuses on providing excellent opportunities for young people to achieve their personal best.
About the Role
The role and responsibilities of the Indigenous Liaison Officer is primarily one of communication and liaison between diocesan schools, Catholic Education Services and local First Nations people, communities and agencies to increase student engagement and outcomes for First Nations students.
Indigenous Liaison Officers play a key role in providing knowledge and understanding of First Nations histories, languages and cultures within schools to promote respect and harmony. The role is conducted in collaboration with school staff and the school Principal.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description ASOC Indigenous Liaison Officer Position Description - Level 4.pdf
Work Requirements
- Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
- Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
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
To Apply
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Enquires
Mr Simon Vaughan, Principal (acting)
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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
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