Senior School Officer (Industry Liaison and Pathways) - Mt Maria College, MITCHELTON
Date: 26 Aug 2026
Location: MITCHELTON, QLD, AU, 4053
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
Mt Maria College is a Catholic co-educational secondary school with an enrolment of over 1160 students. A school in the Marist tradition, we also draw upon the richness of the Good Samaritan and Good Shepherd charisms as we bring faith and learning to life for our students.
Our passionate staff are committed to preparing this generation of young people for the future – nurturing strong minds and igniting compassionate hearts. While our students leave our College with an excellent education, we are just as proud that they graduate with well-developed life skills, nurtured faith, strong friendships, and positive values fashioned by the rich experiences they share at our College. All members of our College community are valued, respected and encouraged to maximise their opportunities. Our contemporary campus is located in the heart of Mitchelton, easily accessible by rail and bus. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
Mt Maria College is seeking a highly organised and proactive School Officer (Admin) to support the VET/Pathways Office.
This role provides administrative support for vocational education programs, student pathways, work experience, compliance documentation and communication with students, families, staff and external providers.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful student outcomes by supporting young people as they explore future study, training and career pathways.
- Location: Mt Maria College - Mitchelton
- Start date: Term 1, 2027
- Work hours: 38.00 hours per week
- Salary: School Officer Level 5 - $39.44/ hr + 12.75% Super (School Salary Scale)
- Status: Term Time Continuing | School holidays are unpaid
- Ad close date: 20th September, 2026
- Contact: (07) 3550 3400 | mtmariame@bne.catholic.edu.au
About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:
- Assist with the establishment of developmentally appropriate student learning programs (both at school and in the workplace) around employment transitioning, either individually or in groups, for identified students under the supervision of the Program Leader - Pathways.
- Case manage and carry out liaison between the school, employers, the students and the students’ families in relation to achieving successful employment transition outcomes.
- Provide significant assistance to students with work preparation; eg transport, interview techniques, resume writing skills, customer service or other tasks associated with their work placement.
- Liaise with employers and external agencies such as
- Australian Apprenticeship Centre or Group Training Organisations,
- Registered Training Organisations and parents for the placement sign up.
- Attend the sign up within reasonable hours of duty.
- Liaise with TAFE and other registered RTOs regarding student enrolments, attendance, placements and administrative matters.
- Monitor and assist students in the workplace or at TAFE & Brisbane NorthWest Trade Training Centre.
- Administer all appropriate paperwork including risk assessment for Work Experience /Vocational Placement Agreements & School-based Apprenticeships using established computer software programs.
- Maintain displays, noticeboards, and careers resource information collections.
- Use a range of Microsoft Office, BCE enterprise systems and other software in order to perform general administration duties as part of the College VET processes.
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.
- Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.
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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