First Nations Mentor

3 days ago


Ipswich, Australia Brisbane Catholic Education Full time

Commencing October 2024
- Part Time | Fixed Term - Term 4, 2024 and school year 2025
- 15 hours / 3 days per week
- ** **School Officer Level 3 (School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

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

**Applicants to be of **Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons (In accordance with section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991)
St. Mary’s College is dedicated to nurturing courageous learners who embody mercy with both confidence and compassion. We provide exceptional education through innovative approaches and challenges, all within a supportive Catholic community. We take pride in our rich heritage and in the contributions of our staff and students. Together, we celebrate our successes and support each other’s growth. Our goal is to empower our staff to reach their full potential, which, in turn, inspires our students to do the same. Our students are the driving force behind our work, and our staff are the heart of the school, infusing it with energy and vibrancy. **Explore **our school website **to learn more about us.**

St Mary's College, Ipswich is seeking a First Nations mentor. The successful applicant will be proactive in ensuring engagement and supporting learning progress for our first nations students through exemplary communication and interpersonal skills.

**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.
- Have a commitment to Safeguarding
- The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct _Working With Children (WWC_)_and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
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- 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._

**Contact**: Paula Goodwin

**Contact number**: 0734325444

**Closing date**:04-Oct-2024

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