Position: Media and Communications Officer
Commencement Date: As soon as possible or as negotiated with the successful applicant
Employment Status: Term-time continuing
Hours per week: 38 hpw
Hourly Rate: School Officer Level 5 - $39.46 to $41.38 per hour (pending experience)
Applications Close: Friday, 24 April 2026
About us
Holy Spirit College is a Catholic co-educational Years 7-12 college within the Diocese of Rockhampton, with an enrolment in 2023 of nearly 1200 students. At the heart of all that we do, is a commitment to Catholic values and the provision of a high quality education within an environment that is supportive and caring.
With a vibrant working environment, we provide excellent benefits for staff including professional and career development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversity in our workforce and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to the workplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis on caring and supporting teachers in both their vocation in working with students and other aspects of their lives.
Your Role
Holy Spirit College is seeking a vibrant, efficient, and energetic person for the position of Media and Communications Officer. This is a term-time continuing position (38hpw) for commencement as soon as possible or as negotiated with the successful applicant.
The Media and Communications Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the strategic communication and engagement functions of the College. This position facilitates, fosters and maintains relationship and communications with current families, College groups and the wider community, while simultaneously managing marketing and promotions activities to families prospective to the College.
This position requires a proactive individual who can manage a variety of administrative tasks at an advanced level, ensuring the smooth operation of our school environment.
For more information, please review the Position Description.
About you
The successful applicant will have an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic education. In addition, you will have excellent time management skills, well developed interpersonal skills and a high proficiency of computer skills. Experience with marketing, content creation and social media management, such as Canva and Facebook would be advantageous.
Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.
We look forward to receiving your application and are sure that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.
What we offer
* Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 5 - $39.46 to $41.38 per hour (pending experience)
* Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
* Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
* Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
* Access to Fitness Passport
* Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
* Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
* Modern facilities and resources
Mandatory Requirements
* A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
* Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
* Australian work rights
How to Apply
Please review our How To Apply Online Guide
* Complete the application below
* Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
* Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
* Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
Further information
* For a confidential conversation please contact Deanne Hearnden, Office Manager, Holy Spirit College on 4994 8600.
* For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services
* Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Friday, 24 April 2026
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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