VET Engagement Officer - Emmaus College, JIMBOOMBA
Date: 7 Oct 2025
Location: JIMBOOMBA, QLD, AU, 4280
Company: Brisbane Catholic Education
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
Emmaus College is a Prep to Year 12 co-educational ecumenical College with an enrolment of over 1510 students. Emmaus College fosters Christian unity through its active partnership with the local Anglican, Catholic, Lutheran and Uniting churches.
Emmaus is located on 21 hectares in a quiet bushland setting at 48 East Street, Jimboomba. It has been built to cater for the educational and faith needs of the Jimboomba, Beaudesert and surrounding communities. Excellence in learning within a contemporary Christian community is the vision that shapes the Emmaus learning community. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
The VET Engagement Officer supports the Principal in enhancing student learning outcomes, with a focus on vocational opportunities, and assists with College administration.
- Location: Emmaus College, Jimboomba
- Start date: 20 October 2025 (may be flexible depending on availability of suitable candidate)
- Work hours: 38 hours per week
- Salary level, range or hourly rate: $36.98/hour - $38.15/hour + super (School Salary Scale)
- Status: Term Time Continuing
- Ad close date: 17 October, 2025
- Contact: psjimboomba@bne.catholic.edu.au
About the opportunity
In this role, you will work closely with the Principal and Learning & Teaching Leader – Futures and Partnerships to enhance student outcomes, particularly in vocational pathways. You’ll also play a key part in supporting daily administrative operations.
Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Assist in implementing the Emmaus College VET Vision, Policy, and Procedures
- Maintain accurate student data in relevant systems including Pathways databases and QCAA Student Management
- Assist with the delivery and assessment of VET programs where required
- Promote School-Based Apprenticeships/Traineeships (SBA/SBT) and assist students with applications
- Monitor student progress in TPP, TAFE, SBA/SBT programs and liaise with RTOs to ensure accurate records
- Track QCE eligibility for students in vocational pathways
- Provide advice to staff and leadership on student progress and resolve course-related issues
- Coordinate off-site VET enrolments and provide families with program information
- Organise and monitor student industry placements in line with BCE policies
- Support site visits and ensure correct documentation is completed for placements
- Liaise with students, families, RTOs, and employers to resolve any vocational education concerns
- Assist students with work readiness and pre-employment support
- Build and maintain strong networks with industry, employers, and external training providers
- Coordinate events such as the Pathways Expo and Mock Interviews
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with College, BCE, and QCAA policies
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work confidently with students, parents, staff, BCE departments, and external providers
- Proven experience in providing broad administrative and operational support in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver efficient service
- Experience reviewing and improving administrative processes to enhance efficiency
- Understanding of school compliance requirements and ability to follow relevant policies and procedures
- Self-directed approach with demonstrated expertise in key operational and administrative areas
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and protecting the privacy of students, families, and staff
- Capability to train, support, and guide administrative staff when needed
- Strong initiative, time management, and problem-solving skills
- You do not need to be Catholic to apply for this position
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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