WH&S / Office Administration School Officer - St Ita's School, DUTTON PARK

St Ita's is a primary co-educational school with an approximate enrolment of 360 students. Our school offers the latest in teaching and learning, technology and extra-curricular activities.  We are a high quality inclusive Catholic school offering an education that supports personal growth based on Christian values.  Explore our school website to learn more about us. 

We are seeking a highly motivated person to join our office team as WH&S/Office Administration School Officer.

In this role you will provide administrative support to ensure that St Ita's Catholic School operates safely and complies with all relevant legislation. This role is responsible for the administration and communication of St Ita’s safety policies and procedures.

Reporting to the Principal, you will work collaboratively with the Leadership Team to provide a source of knowledge, initial advice and information to develop, implement and monitor effective WH&S systems, policies, training and practices that address BCE and legislative requirements.

The role requires the ongoing monitoring of health and safety, assessment of potential risk, and provide initial advice to the Leadership Team to design strategies that minimise and reduce potential hazards within the workplace.

Other administrative duties will involve attending to office reception, answering phones, assisting with First Aid along with other duties as determined by the needs of the Leadership Team.

About you – you will bring to the role:

• Knowledge and experience in ensuring safe work practices
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with the school community to ensure knowledge of and compliance with all necessary directions and procedures
• Ability to communicate with and work with the school leadership team
• You must possess good clerical skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A high level of communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• You should hold or be prepared to obtain a First Aid Certificate.

Please include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role with your online 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.

Estimated start date:  Commencing March 2023

Position tenure:  Fixed Term

Weeks worked:  School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)

Tenure duration (where Fixed Term):  2023 school year

Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 6 hours per week - Fridays only

Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 4 - $33.52 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:   Paul Wilson

Contact number:   38388400

Contact email:   pduttonpark@bne.catholic.edu.au

Closing date:     20-Feb-2023

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