Finance Assistant
Employment
Full time, Fixed term
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
16 November 2026
Posted 2 Nov 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-10
School staff (FTE)
79.6
51.5 teaching · 28.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11.8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
606
Indigenous students
4%
Language other than English
7%
Girls vs boys
364 girls · 242 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position: Finance Assistant
Commencement Date: Term 1, 2027 (18th January 2027)
Employment Status: Term-time continuing
Hours per week: 16.5 hpw (days to be determined with successful applicant)
Hourly Rate: $37.01 - $38.17 per hour (pending experience)
Applications Close: Monday, 16 November 2026
About us
Catherine McAuley College opened its doors in 2022, in order to meet the growing demand for a quality, Catholic Education in the Mackay region. Starting with pioneering Year 7’s in 2022, they will grow into a complete Years 7 to 12 profile by 2027.
Built on the former site of the historic Mackay Sugar Research Institute, our brand new college offers first class facilities to cater for staff and students to ensure the delivery of quality teaching and learning practices.
Underpinned by the College values of Learning, Courage, Faith & Mercy, Catherine McAuley College is committed to providing a quality Catholic education in a welcoming, safe and secure learning environment. The Charism of the Sisters of Mercy will inspire the College's Educational Mission and help shape the College's identity from its inception.
Your Role
Catherine McAuley College are seeking a vibrant, efficient, and energetic person for the position of Finance Assistant. This is a term-time position for 3 days per week, 16.5hpw, 8:30am to 2:30pm (days to be determined with successful applicant). This position is for commencement in Term 1, 2027 (18th January 2027).
The finance assistant is responsible for providing support services to the Principal and the Finance Manager which facilitate the financial manag…