Commencement Date: Monday, 3rd August 2026 (or by negotiation)

Employment Type - Term Time - Permanent - 35 hours per school week (with additional varied hours as required) 

Salary Range: School Officer - Level 4 ($36.98 - $38.14  Gross per hour) 

Closing Date for Applications: 6 pm, 3 August 2026 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so please apply as soon as possible

St Gerard Majella School, Woree

St Gerard Majella School is a co-educational Catholic primary school in the Cairns southern suburb of Woree.  With a healthy enrolment of around 400 students from Prep to Year six, the school has always been a highly regarded and well-sought-after Catholic primary school.

About the Role

This role is an exciting opportunity for an Administration Officer to be the welcoming first point of contact for the school community while supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy primary school. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing high-quality administrative support, maintaining efficient office systems, and assisting with a range of school processes to ensure the smooth running of daily operations. 

The position requires excellent communication and organisational skills, a professional and friendly approach, and the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and visitors. Working closely with the Principal, leadership team, teachers, and school support staff, the Administration Officer will help create a welcoming, efficient, and faith-filled environment that supports student learning and well-being. 

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description  ASOC Level 4 Administration Officer .pdf

Work Requirements

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
• 12.75 % Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave - upon completion of one year's continuous service
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Enquires

For enquiries, please phone 4280 7300

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