Estimated start date: Commencing March 2025
Position tenure: Part time | Fixed Term
Weeks worked: School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)
Tenure duration: Part Time for the 2025 School Year
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 12 hours Per Week - Two days
Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 5 - $38.29 per hour (School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

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

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a co-educational school, situated on 4.5 hectares with sweeping mountain views, with a current enrolment of 712 students. St Joseph's School, in strong partnership with the parish priest and parish community, is recognised for proudly offering quality, inclusive, Catholic Education. As the school has grown and changed it has continued to build on the traditions established by the early community of St Joseph's. A spirit of justice and love for all still flows through the total school community and is further strengthened by the traditions established by the parents and staff members over the past forty-three years, living the school motto of "Jesus in Each Other".

Explore our school website to learn more about us.

We are seeking a passionate professional to take on the role of School Chaplain at St Joseph's Bracken Ridge. The successful applicant would ideally have a qualification equivalent to or higher than a certificate IV including competency in mental health, pastoral care and working with youth.

Applicants must possess a valid Blue Card and have knowledge of the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations (NPCSO). Additionally, all applicants will require an enthusiasm for working as part of a team supporting our diverse student community.

Additional Work Opportunities:

Work opportunities are also available alongside the School Chaplain role, with an additional 2-3 days working in the local parish. This provides the chance to immerse yourself further in the community, build deeper connections, and contribute to various parish activities. More information will be provided to the suitable candidate.

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 SafeguardingThe 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.

Closing date: 28-Feb-2025