Campus Minister - Aquinas College, ASHMORE
Brisbane Catholic Education
Ashmore
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 5 February 2023
Job overview
Aquinas College is a Secondary Coeducational Catholic College situated on the Gold Coast with enrolments of approximately 880 students. The College, situated in Ashmore, is a growing community valuing diversity and inclusion. With modern facilities and an expansive campus, Aquinas is proud of its rich history grounded in the charisms of Edmund Rice and Catherine McAuley. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
About the role
We are seeking a Campus Minister to work as a member of a team that provides faith, spiritual and pastoral support to students.
The role is project-focused and designed to contribute to the religious life of the school community.
The Campus Minister will seek to empower young people to utilise their gifts and talents and to live their faith in a variety of settings including school, parish, wider Church and local community.
The role holder acts with integrity, initiative and sound judgement to provide effective support to the above-mentioned College members and its community.
They are supportive of the Catholic ethos of the College and the strategic vision of the Principal and College Leadership Team and willing to support the mission and ethos of Catholic Education.
Eligibility Criteria
- willingness and commitment to support the mission and ethos of Catholic education
- formal or informal experience in working with young people in a Christian context (e.g. formal experience may involve paid work with a registered youth organisation whereas informal experience may involve volunteer work with a local Parish youth group)
- hold or be willing to successfully complete a Graduate Certificate in Religious Education (Campus Ministry) or equivalent as recognised by BCE (eg: 4 units at university level in Religious Education or Theology or Ministry or similar related field)
For further details about the position, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Applicants are required to address these points in the Letter of Application section of the online application form.
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.
Estimated start date: As soon as possible
Position tenure: Continuing
Weeks worked: School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 5 days/week (38 hours/week) Monday to Friday
Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 5 - $35.74 per hour
Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement
Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.
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: Sue Kwon
Contact number: 07 5510 2888
Contact email: suek@aquinas.qld.edu.au
Closing date: 05-Feb-2023
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About Brisbane Catholic Education
About Archdiocese of Brisbane
Brisbane Catholic Education is committed to high quality teaching and learning for more than 70,000 young people enrolled in our schools and colleges from Prep to Year 12.
Our community of schools within the Archdiocese of Brisbane is founded on Christ and is at the service of our students, families, society and the Church – teaching, challenging and transforming.
Our mission is to teach, challenge and transform through our service, support and leadership for Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Brisbane.
Work in one of our BCE schools
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE), is the second largest non-Government employer in Queensland, supporting some 72,000 students and 11,500 employees in 141 school communities and six office locations, all located in South East Queensland.
Our employees work in a wide range of teaching and non-teaching roles that support Catholic traditions and contribute to developing socially just young people who embrace sustainability and make positive contributions to the modern world.
Through our Christian values we are at the service of our students, families, society and the Church.
We have a variety of opportunities available across our growing South East Queensland network of schools:
- Teaching
- Senior and Middle Leadership
- Specialist positions
- Non teaching support roles
- Graduate teaching
With a vibrant working environment, we provide generous benefits for employees, highly value professional and career development, supporting our people to deliver excellence in their profession and excellent outcomes for our schools.
Experience a genuine sense of unity and connectedness that is synonymous with Catholic Education. Building and nurturing meaningful relationships and enjoying a strong sense of camaraderie across our school, student, parent and BCE Office communities.
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