The College is committed to employing teaching and non-teaching staff who support the College’s vision and mission. The College maintains a register of applications and welcomes expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced people throughout the year.

All applications should be addressed to:

Michael Barton
Principal
Djarragun College

Salary Benefits at Djarragun College

Djarragun College has registered an Enterprise Agreement with the FairWork Commission for the period 1 January 2019 to 31 December 2021

Djarragun College Enterprise Agreement 2019

Salary levels for the period are to be found on:

·         Teachers – page 37

·         General Staff (excl Boarding) – page 64

·         Boarding Staff – page 73

Salary Packaging

Djarragun College Limited is registered as a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to receive tax concession including FBT Exemption under section 57A of the FBTAA 1986.

Click here to view Djarragun College on the Australian Business Register.

Click here to view Djarragun College on the ACNC register.

As a PBI, Djarragun College is able to provide certain fringe benefits to staff, subject to a capping thresholds, and receive a fringe benefit tax exemption.  What this means is that we can provide fringe benefits to an employee and not pay the fringe benefits tax that a non-PBI employer would be required to pay.

The capping threshold for the year ended 31 March 2020 is a grossed-up value of $30,000. The gross up rate for the year ended 31 March 2020 is 1.8868 meaning the maximum taxable value exempt from fringe benefits and the maximum amount you can salary sacrifice each year is $15,899.93 ($30,000 / 1.8868).  Djarragun College offers the following salary packing options:

·         Mortgage or personal loan repayments

·         Rent payments under a formal lease agreement

·         Everyday Purchase Card for expenses. (Currently provided by PBI Solutions in partnership with Westpac).

There is also a separate cap for salary packaged entertainment benefits which for the year ended 31 March 2020 is a grossed-up value of $5,000.  The maximum taxable value exempt from fringe benefits and the maximum amount you can salary sacrifice under this separate cap each year is $2,649.98 ($5,000 / 1.8868). Djarragun College offers the following salary packing options:

·         Meal and Accommodation Card. (Currently provided by PBI Solutions in partnership with Westpac).

Click here for current FBT threshold caps and gross up rates on the ATO website.

Below is an example of how salary packing works.

Current positions

The College is calling for passionate and caring educators with an active interest in shaping the lives of First Nations people by removing the barriers to education.

Casual Relief Teachers

The College is seeking suitably qualified and experienced teachers for casual teaching. Attractive casual rates apply.

Closing Date for Applications: There is no closing date for applications.
Start Date: Immediate start.

Position description / Position Advertisement and Application Portal – Seek

Transport Officer Boarding

Full time permanent

Commencing Term 3

We are seeking a good all-rounder with a clean driving licence and experience in general handyman repairs and maintenance.

A current Blue Card and a driver’s licence with a HR, MR or LR endorsement is essential, or the ability to obtain endorsement within 2 weeks of commencement in the role.

Closing Date for Applications: 4.00pm Monday 6 July 2020

Position Decription / Position Advertisement and Application Portal – Seek

Boarding House Supervisor

Full time permanent 41 hours per week

Commencing Term 3

We are seeking two suitably qualified and experienced people to join our boarding team at Djarragun College.

The Boarding House Supervisors report to the Head of Boarding and is an integral member of the boarding team. They work closely with the students, families and staff of the College and are responsible for providing an outstanding educational, recreational and living experience for students as boarders of the College.

A current Blue Card is essential.

Closing Date for Applications: 4.00pm Monday 6 July 2020

Position Description / Position Advertisement and Application Portal – Seek

Responsible Behaviour Officer

Full time permanent

Commencing Term 3

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to join our Student Services team.

A current Blue Card and a Certificate IV or Diploma in youth work, community services, counselling or a related field and relevant work-related experience is essential.

Closing Date for Applications: 4.00pm Wednesday 8 July 2020

Position Description / Position Advertisement and Application Portal – Seek

Maintenance Coordinator

Full time permanent

Commencing Term 3

We are currently seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Maintenance Coordinator. In this role you will support the Facilities Manager by undertaking maintenance work and coordinating including delegating tasks/activities to the other members of the maintenance team across the College Facilities.

A Trade Certificate in a building related trade area is essential along with recent experience in coordinating, organising and managing maintenance activities including triaging and delegating tasks to a team of staff in order to meet deadlines.

Closing Date for Applications: 4.00pm Wednesday 8 July 2020

Position Description / Position Advertisement and Application Portal – Seek

Case Manager

Full time permanent

Commencing Term 3

We are currently seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to join our Student Wellbeing team to provide support and guidance to students and deliver evidence-based interventions within a case management framework. The role provides support to students and input into a whole of school wellbeing and student wellbeing strategy.  The position works closely relevant Djarragun College teams to ensure a consistent approach to student wellbeing that enhances learning outcomes for students.

A current Blue Card and Bachelor degree in a related discipline (education, social work, psychology, behavioural sciences) and extensive Case Management relevant work experience is essential.

Closing Date for Applications: 4.00pm Wednesday 8 July 2020

Position Description / Position Advertisement and Application Portal – Seek

Assistant Head of Boarding Wellbeing

Full time permanent

Commencing Term 3

We are currently seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to provide high standard emotional and wellbeing support to boarding students. The position provides guidance and builds the capacity of boarding staff to provide high quality emotional and physical care to young people in boarding. The role works closely with the Djarragun College Wellbeing team and College Case Managers to ensure a consistent approach to student wellbeing that enhances learning and life outcomes.

A current Blue Card, relevant work experience and a minimum Certificate IV level qualification in a child/youth related field such as residential care, youth work, social work, education or counselling is essential.

Closing Date for Applications: 4.00pm Wednesday 8 July 2020

Position Description / Position Advertisement and Application Portal – Seek

Catering Assistant

Short Term Fixed Contract 13 July to 18 September 2020 – possibility of extension

Commencing 13 July

We are currently seeking a friendly person to join the College catering team.  The role of a catering assistant is to help in the kitchen and to be responsible for hygiene and cleanliness within food preparation areas. The Catering Assistant is also responsible for carrying out basic food preparation tasks, such as washing and peeling food. They also organise the storeroom, as well as being responsible for unloading deliveries from suppliers.

A current Blue Card is essential, previous experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred.

Closing Date for Applications: 4.00pm Wednesday 8 July 2020

Position Description / Position Advertisement and Application Portal – Seek

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