St Mary’s College | Toowoomba | 5-12

Personal Assistant to the Principal

Fixed term, full time - commencing 14 July 2025 until 30 June 2026

School Officer Level 5 | $38.29 – $40.15 per hour plus super

Applications close 20 June 2025

Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) is a highly regarded, progressive system of 32 schools located in Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and South-West Queensland. With a vision of enabling full and flourishing lives, our focus is on progress through innovation. With the highest rate of enrolment growth in Queensland Catholic schools and enviable student achievement in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits– we have much to offer families, students and staff alike.

The opportunity

In this role you will provide executive administrative and public relations support to the Principal, leadership team and staff community. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your effective communication skills as well as your organisational skills including the ability to prioritise and meet competing deadlines.

Joining a team of skilled professionals this role will see you

provide executive assistance to the Principal, supporting the management and administration of the college

under the guidance of the principal and as required, complete special projects including all public relations components

collaborate and communicate with others to ensure high professional standards are met

contribute to and promote the development, alignment, attainment and review of the strategic goals of the school.

Further details can be obtained from the Role Description.

About You

are committed to co-creating a nurturing learning environment

have previous experience in a similar role

hold a current Paid Blue Card for working with children issued by Blue Card Services or be eligible to obtain one prior to commencing in this role

as a faith-based organisation, we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, is valued, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and beliefs that enrich the Catholic identity of our workplaces

About the college

St Mary’s College has a strong tradition and outstanding reputation for providing high quality boys’ education; having been a part of the Toowoomba community for over 125 years. With a focus on forming today’s boys into men for tomorrow, the College boasts a well-regarded and engaging program of learning, culture, sport, service-learning and wellbeing. Staff, families and students have a common mission based on empowering students to be men of faith, integrity, action and excellence. For its staff, St Mary’s provides a vibrant workplace, catering for a range of interests in a dynamic environment where professionalism, community spirit and a strong work ethic are valued.

The community you will be joining

Toowoomba is located 90 minutes’ drive west of Brisbane and boasts being Queensland’s largest and fastest growing inland city. A vibrant community of social, cultural, sporting, schooling opportunities and a wide range of recreational pursuits make this an ideal place to live and work.

Live outside Toowoomba? We encourage you to visit the Live Toowoomba website to discover what living in Toowoomba has to offer.

How to apply

Please address your application to Brendan Stewart, Principal St Mary's College. Click ‘apply’ to submit and include:

a written response, of no more than one page, highlighting your demonstrated experience and relevant skills as they relate to the Key Result Areas in the Role Description

your resume

If you require further information about this role, please email the Principal, Brendan Stewart at [email protected].

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

For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website.

Employment will be in accordance with the Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland 2023-2026.