Job Description
Diverse Learning Officer
Commencement Date: 15 February 2026 (or earlier by negotiation)
Employment Type: Term time, fixed term (31 hours per school week) until 11 July 2026
Salary Range: SOF Level 3 - $33.17 to $34.58 Gross per hour
Closing Date for Applications: 8am Thursday 6 February 2026
St Mary's Catholic College, Woree, Cairns
Situated in the southern suburbs of Cairns, St Mary's opened in 1+86 and boasts a proud reputation for providing quality Catholic co-education for the families. Inspired by St Mary, our Mother, the College is a place where individual strengths are nurtured and developed and where faith and a sense of community are fundamental to who we are. The College has a strong academic focus combined with offering a stimulating vocational curriculum, along with comprehensive co-curricular opportunities for our students to pursue their interest across all areas. St Mary’s offers a broad technology rich curriculum delivered by quality and dedicated teachers. Committed and dedicated staff work closely with parents to provide students with the supportive and caring environment essential for their spiritual, academic, social, and physical development.
About the Role
A crucial aspect of this role is to provide pastoral and learning support to students in our Trade Training Centre. The role and responsibilities of the Diverse Learning Officer primarily involve the provision of assistance to teachers and students in the school and learning environment. First Nation applicants are encouraged to apply.
Under the direction of teaching staff, the Diverse Learning Officer will:
maintain appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.
work in classrooms with teachers providing support for students.
assist students to engage in learning and assessment as directed by the classroom teacher.
liaise with teachers to determine the progress and well-being of students at the College.
Support students with a variety of diverse needs including specific cognitive, sensory, and physical needs as well as students for whom English is an additional language.
support mobility impaired students.
assist the coordination and promotion of cultural education events, activities and programs within the College community.
operate audio-visual aids, duplicating, issuing learning materials and clerical duties.
be part of a team of educators committed to excellence.
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
Access to Employee Assistance Program
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description: Diverse Learning Officer - Level 3 Position Description
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
To Apply:
Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application.
For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Enquiries:
Principal - Kerry Manders
P: 4044 4200
E: [email protected]
Commencement Date: 15 February 2026 (or earlier by negotiation)
Employment Type: Term time, fixed term (31 hours per school week) until 11 July 2026
Salary Range: SOF Level 3 - $33.17 to $34.58 Gross per hour
Closing Date for Applications: 8am Thursday 6 February 2026
St Mary's Catholic College, Woree, Cairns
Situated in the southern suburbs of Cairns, St Mary's opened in 1+86 and boasts a proud reputation for providing quality Catholic co-education for the families. Inspired by St Mary, our Mother, the College is a place where individual strengths are nurtured and developed and where faith and a sense of community are fundamental to who we are. The College has a strong academic focus combined with offering a stimulating vocational curriculum, along with comprehensive co-curricular opportunities for our students to pursue their interest across all areas. St Mary’s offers a broad technology rich curriculum delivered by quality and dedicated teachers. Committed and dedicated staff work closely with parents to provide students with the supportive and caring environment essential for their spiritual, academic, social, and physical development.
About the Role
A crucial aspect of this role is to provide pastoral and learning support to students in our Trade Training Centre. The role and responsibilities of the Diverse Learning Officer primarily involve the provision of assistance to teachers and students in the school and learning environment. First Nation applicants are encouraged to apply.
Under the direction of teaching staff, the Diverse Learning Officer will:
maintain appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.
work in classrooms with teachers providing support for students.
assist students to engage in learning and assessment as directed by the classroom teacher.
liaise with teachers to determine the progress and well-being of students at the College.
Support students with a variety of diverse needs including specific cognitive, sensory, and physical needs as well as students for whom English is an additional language.
support mobility impaired students.
assist the coordination and promotion of cultural education events, activities and programs within the College community.
operate audio-visual aids, duplicating, issuing learning materials and clerical duties.
be part of a team of educators committed to excellence.
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
Access to Employee Assistance Program
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description: Diverse Learning Officer - Level 3 Position Description
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
To Apply:
Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application.
For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Enquiries:
Principal - Kerry Manders
P: 4044 4200
E: [email protected]
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Diverse Learning Officer (Secondary) - St Mary's Catholic College, Woree position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Cairns offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
