Defence Support Liaison Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Campbell, Australia Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn Full time

**About St Thomas More's Primary School**


Welcome to St Thomas More's Primary, a welcoming and inclusive community in Campbell, established by the Sisters of the Holy Faith in 1961. As a proud Catholic Archdiocesan School, we provide a nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported.


We offer a warm atmosphere where children can thrive; our dedicated teachers inspire a love for learning, while our dynamic community fosters strong friendships and collaboration. With a focus on holistic development, we empower students to become confident, compassionate individuals.


**The Role**


The Defence Support Liaison Coordinator plays a vital role in developing activities to support defence families and students. This position involves building relationships with defence students and their families, easing the impact of mobility and service-related parental absence.


Benefits and Opportunities:



  • A positive and collaborative workplace culture
  • 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
  • Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
  • Support for professional development and study opportunities
  • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW

Key Responsibilities:



  • Supporting and assisting students from Defence families to integrate into the school community.
  • Creating awareness within the school community of the needs of young people from Defence families.
  • Developing and implementing programs to support Defence students and their families.
  • Promoting participation of Defence students in school and community activities.
  • Providing advocacy and negotiation support for Defence students and their families.
  • Developing resources to support Defence students and their families.
  • Contribution to the school team, adhering to school policies and priorities.

Salary and Conditions:** The estimated salary range for this position is $68,825 full-time equivalent plus superannuation.


Qualifications and Skills:**



  • Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)
  • Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Selection Criteria:**



  1. Demonstrated ability to empathise and work with students and their families.
  2. Appropriate qualifications and/or demonstrated relevant experience.
  3. Ability to liaise with a range of individuals and community groups.
  4. Demonstrated high level of communication skills, both oral and written.
  5. Demonstrated skills in advocacy and negotiation, including problem-solving and conflict resolution.
  6. Ability to plan, organise, evaluate, and deliver programs.
  7. Sound knowledge of Excel and Word.


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