About this role
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
Xavier Catholic College is a co-educational K-12 College operated by Brisbane Catholic Education that commenced in 2003. In 2013 a two session Kindergarten was established on site and is administered by Catholic Early EdCare. Our Prep to Year 12 enrolments have grown to over 1340 and continues to expand. Our mission for the College is to provide a high-quality, inclusive Catholic education where all are engaged in their learning and motivated to do their best. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
Use your administrative expertise to deliver strategic advice and high-level administrative support, working closely with the leadership team and stakeholders to achieve operational goals across the school. This role will have a strong focus on workplace health and safety, ensuring compliance, promoting wellbeing, and supporting a safe environment for staff, students, and visitors.
- Location: Xavier Catholic College, Hervey Bay
- Start date: ASAP
- Work hours: 25 hours per week (Work days negotiable for the right candidate)
- Salary: School Officer Level 5 - $39.44/hour + WHSO allowance + super (School Salary Scale)
- Status: Part Time | Term Time Continuing
- Ad close date: 27 January 2026
- Contact: (07) 4197 1177 | [email protected]
Please note that current applications are still under review
About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:
- Overseeing the development, maintenance, and operations of relevant systems and administrative resources and recommending improvements to processes and procedures
- Coordinating general day to day administrative tasks, monitoring workloads, promoting teamwork, skill development, and a sense of pride in the school
- Developing and interpreting legislation, regulations, procedures and other guideline material relating to administrative operations within the school
- Preparing and maintaining procurement activities, including overseeing budget administration, and activities
- Marketing and promoting administrative services, coordinating programs that are responsive to the school requirements and current trends
- Oversee and coordinate workplace health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with legislation and fostering a safe, positive work environment
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.
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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Other facts
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant, faith-filled learning community committed to providing an education to believe in. With 146 schools and seven office locations across South East Queensland, we employ more than 12,500 dedicated staff and support over 78,000 students. We are the second largest non-government employer in Queensland.
We provide a student-centred education from Prep to Year 12, grounded in excellence, compassion and faith. Our communities are places of modern learning that create and embrace transformational change to help create a better future, advocating for justice, promoting inclusion, diversity and ecological change.
Career opportunities are available in the city, coast and country, across a wide range of roles including teaching, school support, administration, and specialist roles across IT, HR and more. When you join BCE, you’ll find more than just a career. You’ll experience connection, purpose and the opportunity to be part of something bigger.
Learn more and explore current opportunities at bne.catholic.edu.au.
What you'll do
- The role involves delivering strategic advice and high-level administrative support while focusing on workplace health and safety compliance. Responsibilities include overseeing administrative tasks, managing procurement activities, and promoting a safe environment for staff and students.
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