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About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

About our school
St Columba's Primary School is in the inner northern Brisbane suburb of Wilston with an approximate enrolment of 540 students. The quality of teaching and learning at St Columba's meets the highest standards set by Government and Catholic authorities, performing at high standards against system measures and in public facing data. St Columba's actively sets and regularly reviews its goals for supporting the diverse needs of all students.

Although ours is an inner-city parish primary school we meet our responsibility to prepare young people for their future in a global society. This requires us to adopt to modern technologies and new teaching techniques within a rapidly changing environment to ensure that our students are well prepared for the challenges of the 21st Century.

We teach Italian, Music and HPE as our specialist subjects and offer an extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities for the students including an extensive music program of choir and instrumental programs. We have a supportive parent's community with both the P&F and School Board being actively involved in the setting the strategic direction for the school. We have a close relationship the Parish and we mutually support each other's endeavours.

Class sizes vary from low to high 20s, with all Prep classes having a teacher and full-time School Officer. Classes in years 1-6 will have School Officer support based on the needs of the class. We are fortunate to have exceptional support staff including Teacher Librarians, Specialist Teachers, Support Teachers, Guidance Counsellor, and School Officers. Please visit our website to learn more about our fabulous school. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Use your administrative expertise to deliver strategic advice and high-level administrative support, working closely with the leadership team and stakeholders to achieve operational goals across the school.

• Location: St Columbas - Wilston
• Start date: 15/05/2025
• Work hours: 38.00 hours per week
• Salary: $38.29 + super (School Salary Scale)
• Status: Term Time Continuing
• Ad close date: 11/05/2025
• Contact: [email protected]

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the development, maintenance, and operations of relevant systems and administrative resources and recommending improvements to processes and procedures
• Coordinating general day to day administrative tasks, monitoring workloads, promoting teamwork, skill development, and a sense of pride in the school
• Developing and interpreting legislation, regulations, procedures and other guideline material relating to administrative operations within the school
• Preparing and maintaining procurement activities, including overseeing budget administration, and activities
• Marketing and promoting administrative services, coordinating programs that are responsive to the school requirements and current trends.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Overseeing and improving systems and administrative resources, having recommended and implemented process enhancements
• Coordinated daily administrative tasks, managed workloads and fostered teamwork
• Interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, and procedures related to school operations
• Managing procurement activities and financial administration
• Marketing and promoting administrative services, ensuring programs align with school needs and current trends
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. 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 checks 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.

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 position.

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