Administration Officer - VET (Vocational Education & Training), St Thomas More College, SUNNYBANK

Job Reference 24144_18/12/24
Closing date January 15, 2025
Location Troughton Rd & Turton St, Sunnybank Queensland, Australia 4109
Status Permanent

About this job

Estimated start date:  January 2025
Position tenure:  Part Time | Fixed Term
Weeks worked:  School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 24 hours per week. Required 3 days each week.
Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Support Officer Level 4 (School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

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


St Thomas More College is a Brisbane Catholic Education co-educational secondary college catering for over 1150 students. Our College opened in 1974 and from inception developed a strong commitment to the pastoral care of students. At the core of all that we do is our mission to provide a holistic education to all students. This mission, inspired by Jesus, is to seek, grow and serve by fostering in all students: a commitment to our Christian faith; a commitment to learning; and a sense of community. Come and share the vision for all our graduates. A vision that is explicit about beliefs, values and capacity for informed choice in an ever changing world. A vision of young people with soul, personal integrity and the skills to achieve success in life.  Watch this great video or explore our school website to learn more about us.



St Thomas More College, SUNNYBANK are seeking an Administration School Officer to join our welcoming and vibrant school community.

The Vocational Education/Careers Administration Officer provides administrative and practical support to the Program Leader - VET. An astute awareness and understanding of the role of the Program Leader as well as the importance of Vocational and Career Education are essential elements of this position. As the main contact point for both students and employers, the role holder is integral to the provision of vocational and career opportunities to students. The role holder operates within the Catholic educational environment and culture and will be supportive of the Catholic ethos and Mission of the College.

Typical duties performed include but are not limited to:

  • Assist the Program Leader - VET to promote Vocational and Career Education to the school community.
  • Initiate contact with potential employers to secure work experience placements for students.
  • Assist with the sourcing of suitable school-based apprenticeships and traineeships for students, including liaising with Registered Training Organisations (RTO).
  • Organise meetings between training providers, employers and students to negotiate work placements, apprenticeships and traineeships.
  • Prepare and track all relevant documentation to register apprenticeships and traineeships - Education, Training and Employment Schedule (ETES).
  • Liaise with the employers of students on work experience and students undertaking school-based apprenticeship or traineeship to monitor progress and welfare.
  • Ensure that the eMinerva database is updated with data and information on students undertaking work placement, apprenticeships and traineeships.
  • Liaising with the Program Leader, communicate with students to keep them informed of current career pathways and course opportunities offered by tertiary institutions.
  • Provide guidance and assistance to students completing resumes, making job applications and seeking part time employment.
  • Display proven communication and interpersonal skills, as well as an understanding the student learning environment.

Applicants are required to address the points above in a Cover letter to be included with your Resume and saved as one file to upload as a single document on your application.

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. 


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

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 role.

Contact:   Sharne Davies
Contact number:   07 33234600
Contact email:   sdavies@stmc.qld.edu.au
Closing date:     15-Jan-2025