Indigenous Education Liaison Officer
The Cathedral College Rockhampton
Rockhampton
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time
Job overview
Indigenous Education Liaison Officer
Term Time (30 HPW)
The Cathedral College, Rockhampton
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic persons for the position of Indigenous Education Liaison Officer. This is a term-time contract position (30 HPW) for 2020, with the commencement date to be negotiated.
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate:
- A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and spiritualities.
- An ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, their families and school staff to improve educational outcomes through targeted and direct academic, cultural and pastoral support.
When applying please ensure you include a 1-2 page cover letter statement outlining your demonstrated capabilities as outlined in the above criteria.
It is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, as permitted and arguable under Section 25, 104 and 105 of the Qld Anti-Discrimination Act of 1991.
An understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of Catholic Education, a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and eligibility for a Suitability Notice will also be required.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website www.rok.catholic.edu.au
Applications should be addressed to:
Mr Brad Jarro
Indigenous Education Coordinator
Catholic Education Office, PO Box 524, Rockhampton QLD 4700
Email: employment@rok.catholic.edu.au
Applications close 5pm Wednesday 19 February 2020
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer.
Existing not to be different, but to make a difference...
About The Cathedral College Rockhampton
Location 189 William Street Rockhampton QLD 4700
Postal Address PO Box 8207 Allenstown QLD 4700
Approx. Enrolment 1180
Founded 1991 by the Sisters of Mercy / Christian Brothers
Parish Parish of Rockhampton South
About The Cathedral College Rockhampton
- The Cathedral College Rockhampton
- 189 William Street, Rockhampton
- Queensland
- 4700
- Australia
The Cathedral College is a co-educational, non-selective, independent boarding secondary school, serving students aged 12-18. Located in Rockhampton, Queensland the Catholic school has approximately 1165 students (of which 180 are boarders) and 75 teaching staff. Founded in 1991, the college has a strong academic reputation in the area.
Principal
Mr Rob Alexander
Facilities
The crown jewel of the campus is the beautiful St Joseph’s Cathedral. Other facilities include a manual arts centre, a library, arts rooms, well-equipped science rooms, a cafe and as performance arts centre. Sporting facilities include a sporting oval, a swimming pool and gymnasium. The Boarding Houses are first class, with top of the line facilities in “boutique-style” buildings.
Curriculum
The senior school follows the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA), whilst also offering Vocational Education and Training (VET) classes. A brand range of subjects are taught, including drama, visual arts, home economics, early childhood studies, legal studies, engineering skills, furnishing skills and ancient history. The language the school teaches is Japanese.
School ethos
The school encourages its students to live in faith. There is an emphasis on developing caring pastoral care between teachers and students. The school strives for academic excellence but recognises the need to educate students more broadly, preparing them for the modern world. The school expects students to have close, respectful relationships with staff. The school encourages students and teachers to get involved in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. The school’s Biblical mission is to encourage students to “Come, Live Life in all its Fullness”.
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