Mount Isa Flexible Learning Centre is a coeducational Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition. It has a clear commitment to social justice and stands in solidarity with disadvantaged people of all social, cultural and religious backgrounds with a particular sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. The school provides holistic learning experiences that address the social needs of students, and promotes their emotional, cognitive, spiritual and academic development.

EREA provides a supportive, flexible working environment where we are committed to supporting the ongoing professional learning of all staff members including specific targeting programs as identified. We endeavour to employ people that have the drive and motivation to work towards successful outcomes for our young people.

The position has an immediate commencement available.

• Part-Time Term Time - 27.6 hours per week, 7.6 hours on Monday, 5 hours Tuesday - Friday
• Term Time - Please note that term time staff are not required to work during school holidays therefore will not be paid during these times
• Position includes a six month probation period

What is the role?

The Cook’s primary role is the preparation and provision of meals to the young people who attend the Flexible Learning Centre. The position involves working directly with children and young people on a daily basis and therefore must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate child safeguarding behaviours when engaging with children. All young people are owed a duty of care while in the supervision of the position.

To join our small school community, you’ll need:

• Certificate level qualification and/or previous equivalent experience in the hospitality industry
• Hold or ability to obtain a Food Supervisors Certificate (in initial six months of employment)
• Applicants must hold or have the ability to attain a current Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card No Start Blue Card system legislation
• Computer literacy
• It is preferred that the applicant hold a current 'C' drivers license

For full details of the position please refer to the Position Description.

Our organisation also offers a range of additional benefits including:

• Superannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (if an employee co-contribution is made)
• Salary Sacrificing options
• Induction, Wellbeing and Professional Development Opportunities
• Dedicated support to assist new staff

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as applications are received.

Our organisation supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment directed at ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

All applications for this position will be subjected to screening procedures as detailed in the Commission of Children and Young people and Childs Guardian legislation. These checks are consistent with Edmund Rice Education Australia's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

A position description is attached.