Cultural Liaison Officer

About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

About Our School
St Mary Primary School has been providing a Catholic education for students in the Maryborough District for over 150 years. We are part of the St Mary's Community along with our college and parish and are committed to providing a quality, inclusive education. St Mary's is co-educational with an enrolment of over 350 students. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary
Play a key role in empowering the school to create and implement culturally rich strategies that uplift and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

• Location: St Mary's Primary School, Maryborough
• Start date: Commencing July, 2025
• Work hours: 6 hours per week
• Salary: School Officer level super (School Salary Scale)
• Status: Fixed-term (Remainder of 2025 School Year)
• Ad close date: 14 July, 2025
• Contact: Michelle White |

About The Opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with the delivery of cultural programs including the use of technology and learning support activities
• Supporting student learning outcomes by providing support and advice on students with diverse cultural needs
• Supervising small groups and individual students, to assist students with diverse cultural needs
• Collaborating with teachers and support staff to ensure that appropriate support services meet the unique needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
• Assisting in the drafting of newsletter articles and updates for the wider school community.

About You
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Experience assisting with delivering cultural programs and using technology for learning support
• Ability to provide support for students with diverse cultural needs
• Experience supervising small groups and individual students
• Collaboration skills to work with teachers and staff in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
• Strong writing skills to assist in drafting newsletter articles and updates
• Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island descent
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility And Safeguarding Requirements

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE
Benefits
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

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

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. 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 checks 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.

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 position.

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