Indigenous Liaison Officer- St Francis Xavier's School, Manunda
Indigenous Liaison Officer- St Francis Xavier's School, Manunda
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Job Description
Indigenous Liaison Officer
Commencement Date: 4 August (Negotiable)
Employment Type: TermTime Permanent (3 days per week)
Salary Range:School Officer Level 4 $36.98 - $38.14 Per Hr.
Closing Date for Applications: 5:00pm 25 July 2025 (unless filled prior)
Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (exemption under the Queensland Anti-Discrimination
Act Section 25 (Genuine Occupational Requirement)
St Francis Xaviers School
St Francis Xaviers Schoolprides itself on being both Christ and child centred providing excellent teaching delivery to the students we serve.
Ourpurposeis to provide an educational environment that allows students to learn together to achieve their personal best in a united caring and Christ-centred environment.
Weaimto empower students to reach their true potential so that they can be life-long learners and active contributors to our society and the local community.
Westriveto provide a holistic education by developing the whole child not only academically but also physically culturally socially and emotionally. This inclusive education takes place in an environment formed by Gospel values and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
About the Role
The primary role of the Indigenous Liaison Officer is to facilitate effective communication and collaboration between diocesan schools Catholic Education Services and local First Nations peoples communities and agencies. The aim is to enhance engagement and improve educational outcomes for First Nations students.
As the Indigenous Liaison Officer your responsibilities will include:
Establishing and strengthening relationships with First Nations communities and school communities.
Identifying eligible First Nations students and supporting them with Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation (QATSIF) scholarship applications.
- Working collaboratively with the teacher/s to identify the varying levels of support required by First Nations students and provide this support and appropriate input into planning.
Under the guidance of teaching staff assisting with the planning implementation and supervision of developmentally appropriate learning experiences for First Nations studentseither individually or in small groups.
Supporting First Nations parents and carers through regular communication with Catholic Education and schools including assistance with parent-teacher interviews and home visits to strengthen the connection between home and school.
For further information about the role please download the Position DescriptionIndigenous Liaison Officer Position Description - Level
Work Requirements
- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (exemption under the Queensland Anti-Discrimination
Act Section 25 (Genuine Occupational Requirement) - Unless an exemption applies all staff are required to hold a current Working with Children Blue Card or be
eligible to apply - First aid (including CPR) would be highly regarded
- Proven capacity to build relationships with First Nations communities
- Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
What we offer
- Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
- Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
- 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
- Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
To Apply
Select Apply Now to submit your application.
For current employees apply via the Employee Login tab on the homepage of theCareers website.
Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website.
Enquiries
Principal
Narelle Harney
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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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
