At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial operations and support the school’s administrative needs.
- Company: Join MacKillop College, a vibrant Catholic school in Port Macquarie.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a caring community.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication and organisational skills; experience in school office preferred.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools – Port Macquarie NSW. MacKillop College is situated on the beautiful Mid North Coast of NSW. Our College provides a learning and teaching environment that encourages striving for excellence for over 1100 students. As a Catholic school, we support our students with a Pastoral Care structure and well-being programs as well as outstanding academic, sporting and cultural opportunities. MacKillop College is part of St Agnes’ Parish Secondary Schools which offers excellence and choice of three exceptional educational endeavours.
Position Type: Full time temporary
Hours / FTE: 76 hours per fortnight (8:30 - 3:30pm daily)
Commencement date: 28 January 2027
Term of Appointment: 12 months
Classification & Benefits: This role is classified as Level 5 Step 1 averaged under the NSW and ACT Systemic Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025 as updated or reviewed. Detailed information regarding the level, salary increments, and general employment conditions can be found within the Agreement.
Applicants must:
- hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
- have the ability to handle tasks with a high degree of confidentiality
- have a working knowledge of WH&S and equity in employment and a demonstrated capacity to apply related principles and policies
- comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment
Selection Criteria:
- provide evidence of well-developed communication, administrative and office skills with an ability to deal tactfully, confidently and effectively with people at all levels
- capacity to show initiative and demonstrate effective time management, organisational and planning skills with an ability to meet pressing deadlines and competing priorities
- highly developed skills in a range of Microsoft and Google applications with willingness and ability to learn new systems
- previous experience in a school office would be desirable
- current First Aid and CPR certificate
- capacity to take direction and willingness to work as part of a team
- have the ability to identify the Mission of a Catholic School and demonstrate Christian Values in dealings with staff
Enquiries should be directed to the school: (02) 6583 2***. For a detailed position description including daily duties included in the Finance Officer role, please email ************@lism.catholic.edu.au. Applications must be received by 9:00 am, Wednesday November 11, 2026.
Hastings Region. Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools. Child Protection Legislation requires successful applicants to be subject to employment screening. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Finance Officer in Port Macquarie employer: Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools
At St James' Primary School in Yamba, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every staff member is valued as part of our learning community. Our commitment to professional development ensures that teachers have ample opportunities for growth, while our focus on innovative teaching methods, including STEM initiatives, allows educators to engage students in meaningful ways. With a strong emphasis on the Catholic ethos and a supportive parent community, working here means being part of a mission-driven team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.
Contact Details:
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Recruitment Team
