Communications Officer

About the role

Newman Catholic College, co-located on the James Cook University site in Smithfield, Queensland, is the newest college in the Cairns Catholic Education system, opened in 2022 and growing a year level each year until Year 12 is reached in 2027. The Communications Officer manages and enhances the school's communication and promotional work across platforms, promotes school events and engages the community through effective communication strategies and promotional content.

Required profile

• Working with Children Blue Card
• Full support for the ethos of Catholic Education
• Commitment to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation

What we offer

• Pay of $39.44 to $41.36 gross per hour plus 12.75% superannuation
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport membership
• Long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• 14 weeks' paid parental leave
• Access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Assure

Applications close on 12pm Wednesday 25 November 2026 (earlier if filled) and are made only through the Careers website; current employees apply through the Employee Login tab. Enquiries can be directed to the Principal.