School Officer

2 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia d9fa07ac-59a1-4188-b2c7-f08027f95706 Full time $170,000 - $175,000 per year

Commencement Date:
17 January 2026

Employment Type:
Term Time, Permanent

Salary Range:
$34.17 to $35.62 gross per hour PLUS 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications:
12pm, Thursday 27 November 2025

*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 School Officer – Food Technology supports the Food Technology department at Newman Catholic College by organising and administering a wide range of curricular activities.

This may involve ordering and purchasing under the direction of the Food Technology teachers and Leader of Technologies.

This role ensures the smooth running of two Food Technology kitchens for Year 7 – 12 classes.

The role is performed under limited supervision, using established College policies, procedures, and practices, with initiative and professional judgement applied where required.

For further information about the role, please download the
Position Description ASOC Food & Textile Assistant Position Description - Level 3.pdf
Work Requirements

  • Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
  • 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 (access to portability may be available)
  • 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Fitness passport memberships available

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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

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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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