School Officer (Classroom Support - Industrial Tech and Design) - St John's College, NAMBOUR

Summary

Support teaching and learning activities at St John's College within our Industrial Technology and Design (ITD) workshop. Work under the direction of the ITD secondary teacher and assist with practical learning activities, workshop preparation, resource management and mantaining a safe learning environment.

• Location: St Johns - Nambour (S)


• Start date: 7th September 2026 


• Work hours: 18.00 hours per week ( 3 days/ week, 8.15am - 2.45pm)


• Salary: School Officer Level 3 - $34.17/ hr + 12.75% Super (School Salary Scale)


• Status: Term Time Continuing


• Ad close date: 23rd August 2026


• Contact: (07) 5441 5666 | [email protected]

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

•    Provide general classroom and workshop support to teachers and students during practical and theory lessons.
•    Assist with the operation, maintenance, and routine servicing of workshop tools, machines, and equipment.
•    Prepare, organise, and pack away tools, equipment, materials, and learning resources.
•    Assist with the preparation of timber, metal, and other materials for student projects.
•    Support students in the safe use of workshop equipment under teacher supervision.
•    Monitor and maintain workshop consumables, materials, and stock levels.
•    Ensure tools, equipment, and workspaces are clean, organised, and ready for use.
•    Assist in maintaining compliance with Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) requirements
•    Maintain appropriate storage systems for flammable materials, chemicals, and workshop supplies.
•    Undertake administrative tasks such as photocopying, filing, stock ordering, and record keeping as required.
•    Contribute to a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all students.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Strong skills in planning, preparing, and delivering effective teaching programs


• Ability to monitor student progress and apply evidence-based interventions


• Experience, qualifications, or a strong interest in Industrial Technology, Design and Technologies, Manual Arts, Trade, or workshop environments.


• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, safe workshop practices and Workplace Health and Safety requirements


• Collaborative skills to work with specialists and coordinate intervention groups


• Proficient in documenting observations, managing intervention programs, and preparing classroom materials


• Certificate III in Education Support


• 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.


• Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.