About this job
Location: Harrison, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent
Employment Status: Part-time
Salary Range: $71,578 to $78,175 full-time equivalent plus superannuation.
Start Date: Negotiable
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Sunday 12 January 2025
About Mother Teresa School
Welcome to Mother Teresa School, a thriving Catholic learning community where we inspire our students to care, dream, innovate, and achieve! Serving children aged 4 to 12, our school is equipped with modern learning spaces that promote collaboration and creativity. These dynamic break-out areas enable teachers to employ contemporary teaching strategies, fostering both independent and group learning.
We place a strong emphasis on student mental health, offering a variety of programs designed to support well-being and resilience. Our learning approach ensures that students are actively engaged in their learning, complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities such as robotics, chess, choir, and public speaking. The performing arts shine brightly at Mother Teresa School, with every year level participating in public performances throughout the school year.
At Mother Teresa School, we invite you to be part of a community that empowers every child to thrive in a caring and inspiring atmosphere!
About the Role
As an Administration Officer and First Aid Officer, you’ll be at the heart of keeping the school running smoothly while ensuring the safety and well-being of all students. You’ll handle important administrative tasks, from managing school records to supporting staff, while also being the go-to person for first aid, responding swiftly in emergencies. It’s a role that blends organisation, responsibility, and care, allowing you to make a direct impact on both the daily operations of the school and the health and safety of students. If you’re detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and passionate about supporting others, this is a fulfilling and essential role.
Benefits and Opportunities
- 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
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice
Qualifications
- Working with Vulnerable People registration.
- First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain.
- Hold a Certificate IV or equivalent relevant experience.
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
Other Eligibility Criteria
- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.
- This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.
For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.
Position-specific queries: Please contact Carmel Maguire on 02 6492 5500 or via email carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.
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