About St Monica's Primary School 

St Monica’s is an inclusive learning community dedicated to supporting students and staff alike. Serving the Canberra suburbs of Evatt, Melba, Spence, McKellar, and surrounding areas, St Monica’s places students at the heart of all we do. Our professional and dedicated team is committed to nurturing the spiritual, social, emotional, and academic growth of every student, supported by a collaborative work environment for staff. Teachers are encouraged to connect with school leadership to explore how our community can support their professional journey and contribute to a shared vision for student success and holistic development. 

About the Role 

The Canteen Assistant plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the school canteen, ensuring the provision of healthy, nutritious, and appealing food choices to students and staff. Working under the direction of the Canteen Manager, this role involves assisting with food preparation, customer service, stock management, and ensuring the canteen is kept clean, safe, and compliant with food safety standards and regulations. The Canteen Assistant helps create a friendly and welcoming environment, supports efficient service during busy periods, and promotes healthy eating habits within the school community.

Benefits and Opportunities 

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice 

Qualifications  

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration. 
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Application Process 

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.  

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. 

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here. 

Position-specific queries: Please contact Lisa Harris on 02 6258 5105 or via email lisa.harris@cg.catholic.edu.au 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

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