Contract Dates: January 24, 2026 to January 22, 2027
Employment Type: Term Time, Fixed Term
27.5 hours per school week with the opportunity for additional hours.
Salary Range: SOF Level 3 - $34.17 to $35.62 gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation
Closing Date for Applications: 5:00pm, Tuesday January 20, 2026
Mother of Good Counsel School, North Cairns
We foster successful learning based on both the Gospel values and the tradition of the Mercy Sisters and stand firm on the school's capacity for effective, life-giving relationships and collaboration involving all those within its school community.
Student wellbeing is a big priority for us; getting to know students individually and helping them to be the best person they can be. Staff work with students, teachers and families to support students through every aspect of their lives, which in turn, enhances their capacity to learn.
About the Role
The role of the library assistant focuses on the operational and technical aspects of library and information services. This can involve the operation and maintenance of systems that support acquisition, organisation and day to day management of library and information services, resources and client access to information.
It is a fundamental requirement that the best interests of the school be the incumbent's priority at all times.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description ASOC Library Assistant Position Description - Level 3.pdf
Work Requirements
* Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
* Current First Aid Certificate
* Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
What we offer
* Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Fitness passport membership available
* 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
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.
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.