Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan was established in 1979 and has as its foundational story the well-known "Journey to Emmaus" from the Gospel of Luke. The theme of "journey" is one that is embraced by the college and is a fine metaphor for portraying the growth that all people experience in developing their spirituality, intellect, physical and social capabilities and wisdom. The College has an enviable reputation for providing an education which results in graduates who are well rounded young people. Academic excellence is sought and achieved, yet there is a broad education provided so that all who seek our values find a suitable pathway to attaining their goals.

About the role

Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan is seeking an experienced and dedicated School Officer ASL - First Nations Education to commence as soon as practicable for a fixed term, part time position concluding on 6 December 2025.

The primary purpose of the School Officer ASL - First Nations Education is to work in collaboration with teachers to provide appropriate advice, practical support and guidance to assist First Nation students with learning and development. The School Officer ASL - First Nations Education provides assistance to First Nation students to optimise student learning outcomes in a supported environment with a range of cultural and educational programs. This role requires the School Officer ASL - First Nations Education to support students with special needs by creating an inclusive environment, providing accommodations tailored to their needs, and promoting their independence and self-advocacy skills.

The School Officer ASL - First Nations Education will demonstrate competency involving the application of knowledge and skills to a range of tasks to support teachers deliver contemporary learning and teaching. The School Officer ASL - First Nations Education ensures that all duties are completed to an acceptable standard as determined by the Principal.

Key Accountabilities

Pastoral Care:

Liaise with teachers to monitor the wellbeing of First Nations students

Assist First Nations students in the transition from community to school and be a positive role model

Provide guidance, pastoral care and advocacy for First Nations students and their families

Assist to de-escalate negative behaviour of First Nations students

Support wellbeing of First Nations students (lunches, hats, check in)

Support students engaged in the Emerging Leaders Program (mentors, check ins)

Learning and Teaching:

Work in classrooms, under the guidance of First Nations Education teachers and classroom teachers, to provide support for First Nations students

Organise and make resources for in class support when required under the guidance of the classroom teacher

Write notes regarding support provided to students (these can be used for targeted planning by classroom teacher, NCCD data collection, First Nations Education data collection

Attend Gangali Jarjums (Primary) / First Nations Homerooms (Secondary)

Community Engagement

Promote and attend special events and celebrations (NAIDOC, NRW)

Attend TCEO led PD each term (First Nations Education Networking Days)

Administration:

Weekly check in/department meetings

Meeting with First Nations Education Teacher regularly

To join this vibrant school community, you'll need

The ability to organise and prioritise a range of tasks and set priorities to meet deadlines in a busy environment.

Demonstrated competence and confidence in using a personal computer and relevant software packages e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Demonstrated experience working with students with disabilities and/or special needs is desirable.

Mandatory Criteria

Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government.

Current Driver’s Licence

Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville

Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.

For some positions it may be necessary for the successful applicant to be immunised against certain preventable diseases in order to minimise the risk of transmission.

Desirable Criteria

Cert III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education, Cert III in Children's Services or Education Support or a commitment towards completing this qualification

First Aid qualification or a willingness to complete.

For more information, please refer to the Position Description

What we offer

Competitive hourly rate

Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary

Modern facilities, equipment and resources

Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service

14 Weeks’ paid parental leave

Deferred Salary Scheme

Access to corporate health schemes

Induction processes and professional learning programs

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Well-being programs and initiatives

Our Organisation

Townsville Catholic Education supports a diverse region extending from Townsville to the Burdekin and Whitsunday regions in the south, and north to Ingham and Halifax, south-west to Winton, and west to the border with the Northern Territory, encompassing Mount Isa and several small, isolated western towns and east to Palm Island. Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission. Townsville Catholic Education 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.

How to apply Click on the link to apply via the Careers page.