Estimated start date:  Commencing Term 1 2025 (exact date to be negotiated)
Position tenure:  Permanent
Weeks worked:  School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 18 Hours Per Week
Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 3 - $33.17 per hour(School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

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

Mary MacKillop College is a vibrant Catholic girl’s school for students from Years 7 to 12. Founded in 1964, we have a rich history and tradition, grounded in our Catholic faith and the teachings of Mary MacKillop, Australia’s first saint.  

We pride ourselves on partnering with parents and the wider community to holistically educate girls to ensure they are empowered to be the women of tomorrow.

Staff are passionate about providing an education for girls in a caring and safe learning environment that allows them to thrive and flourish, while being willing to take learning risks. Honouring the uniqueness of every individual and grounded in a culture of welcome, we know that success looks different for everyone, and we are committed to helping all our students realise their full potential.  Our educational belief encourages students to be curious about their passions and to seek out challenges. Staff work to develop our students holistically and equip our students with skills necessary to build critical and creative thinking to better understand and positively contribute to society.

The size of our school enables all our students to ‘be known by name’ and the education provided at Mary MacKillop College allows girls to thrive, allowing them to step confidently into the world.  

We welcome your application to join our joy-filled learning community and empower the next generation of girls to be the women of tomorrow. 
 
Explore our school website to learn more about us.

We are seeking a dedicated School Officer - Design Technologies Aide to join Mary MacKillop College in 2025 ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment. The successful applicant will be experienced in a similar role in a school or educational setting.  This is Term Time, Level 3 School Officer position working 18 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, set up, and pack down equipment, ingredients, and materials for teacher lead lesson demonstrations
• Maintain and clean kitchen and textiles areas, ensuring hygiene and safety compliance
• Manage stock levels and order supplies, and consumables for all technology subjects
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and report maintenance and servicing needs
• Help students in class with cooking, sewing patterns, and other classroom tasks
• Help teaching staff with the production of 3D printed and laser cut products
• Contribute to a positive learning environment and assist in lesson preparation

• Support the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Have a keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to supporting our teams 
• Provide friendly, efficient service to all stakeholders 
• Work diligently and quickly to support the relevant teams.
• Be able to work in a fast-past, school environment
• Possess and maintain a positive notice for Working with Children and Young people (Blue Card).

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:   Peta Griffin
Contact number:   3326 2100
Contact email:   [email protected]

Closing date:     9-Mar-25