Administration Assistant – Junior School

Downlands College is currently seeking an experienced Administration Assistant to join our Junior School staff. 

This is a Full-Time, Term-Time, permanent School Officer position (38 hours per week) to commence in Term 2, 15 April 2024 or prior, if negotiated during the appointment process.

Responsibilities include a range of general office duties such as: 

• Providing administrative support to the Head of Junior School 
• Performing tasks associated with College Reception and client relations 
• Assisting with records management, maintenance and data entry 
• Assisting students, parents, prospective parents and other community members 
• Assisting students with first aid and medical attention when required. 

 Qualifications and Experience 

The successful applicant will possess relevant qualifications in office administration, or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or education. Further, the successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to: 

• Operate a variety of generic and internal Information Technology systems, including but not limited to the Microsoft Office Suite, with expertise
• Organise and complete multiple tasks with close attention to detail, accuracy and prioritisation in order to meet deadlines 
• Use initiative, problem solve and manage a workload with competing priorities
• Build effective collaborative working relationships with varied stakeholders   
• Be flexible, remain calm in challenging circumstances and maintain a positive attitude.
• Maintain excellent interpersonal and communication skills to relate professionally with students, parents and staff 
• Work with discretion and maintain confidentiality 
• Exhibit outstanding professional personal presentation 

The successful applicant will ideally possess relevant first aid certification or be willing to attain it.

Salary 

School Officer Level 4: $1,324.80 - $1,366.40 per week plus super. 

How to apply 

We invite applications from energetic and innovative individuals with the ability to embrace and demonstrate an understanding of the particular ethos of Downlands, as a Catholic MSC College. 

Applications are to be received by 3pm Friday 22 March 2024, to: principal@downlands.qld.edu.au 

Please note that interviews may be arranged prior to the closing date and an appointment made if and when appropriate. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. 

The application should include a cover letter (in MSWord) and a full curriculum vitae with the following details: 

• Personal details including name, address, contact details 
• Qualifications 
• Employment history 
• Significant professional or personal achievements 
• Names and contact details of 3 professional referees 

This position is only offered if you have the right to apply for a QLD Working with Children Check (Blue Card). 

Administration Assistant – College Sports

The College is seeking applications for a College Sports Administration Assistant 

The role will be a Full-Time, Term-Time, permanent School Officer position (38 hours per week) to commence in Term 2, 15 April 2024 or prior, if negotiated during the appointment process.

Responsibilities include a range of general office duties such as: 

• Providing administrative support to the College Leader of Sports 
• Performing tasks associated with Sports Reception and client relations 
• Assisting with records management, maintenance and data entry 
• Assisting students, parents, prospective parents and other community members in all matters to do with a variety of sporting programs
• Maintaining, allocating and distributing sports resources across the College

The successful applicant will possess relevant qualifications in office administration, or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or education. Further, the successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to: 

• Promote sport amongst the student population as a vehicle for well-being 
• Confidently operate a variety of generic and internal Information Technology systems, including but not limited to the Microsoft Office Suite
• Organise and complete multiple tasks with close attention to detail, accuracy and prioritisation in order to meet deadlines 
• Use initiative, problem solve and manage a workload with competing priorities
• Build effective, collaborative working relationships with varied stakeholders   
• Be flexible, remain calm in challenging circumstances and maintain a positive attitude.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal and communication skills to relate professionally with students, parents and staff 
• Work with discretion and maintain confidentiality 
• Exhibit outstanding professional personal presentation 

The successful applicant will ideally possess relevant first aid certification or be willing to attain it.

Salary 

School Officer Level 3 $1,224.00 to $1,275.90 per week (FTE) plus super. 

How to apply 

We invite applications from energetic and innovative individuals with the ability to embrace and demonstrate an understanding of the particular ethos of Downlands, as a Catholic MSC College. 

Applications are to be received by 3.00pm Friday 22 March 2024, to: principal@downlands.qld.edu.au 

Please note that interviews may be arranged prior to the closing date and an appointment made if and when appropriate. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. 

 The application should include a cover letter (in MS Word) and a full curriculum vitae with the following details: 

• Personal details including name, address, contact details 
• Qualifications 
• Employment history 
• Significant professional or personal achievements 
• Names and contact details of 3 professional referees 

This position is only offered if you have the right to apply for a QLD Working with Children Check (Blue Card). 

Mathematics and Religious Education Teacher

Downlands College is seeking applications from qualified teachers registered with the Queensland College of Teachers for a full-time, Permanent position as a secondary teacher, commencing with the start of Term 2, 2024. 

Owned and operated by the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, Downlands has a long history of academic, sporting and cultural achievement. Nurtured by a deeply committed team of teachers and support staff, our tradition fosters an educational philosophy that is heart-centred and values-driven. 

Requirements

• Qualifications to teach Secondary Mathematics 
• Qualifications and/or experience in teaching Secondary Religious Education 
• Confidence in extending and enriching student learning
• Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the College 
• Knowledge and understanding of the AITSL Professional Standards and their relevance to effective teaching and learning

Salary

$81,627 – $117,565 (FTE) plus super 

How to apply

We invite applications from energetic and innovative individuals with the ability to embrace and demonstrate an understanding of the particular ethos of Downlands, as a Catholic MSC College. 

Applications including a covering letter, full CV and the names and contact details of three professional referees should be emailed by 3.00pm on Friday 22 March 2024, to: principal@downlands.qld.edu.au

Please note that interviews may be arranged prior to the closing date and an appointment made if and when appropriate. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.