We acknowledge the Quandamooka peoples, upon whose lands Iona College stands. We respect and honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging.
Ionians pray that God’s grace inspires and empowers us to be people of reconciliation and justice.
The Iona College Volunteer Handbook is an integral part of the volunteer induction process, and is a valuable resource to support the College in our duty of care for community members and our compliance with legislation. This Handbook and the associated policies clearly outline the expectations and requirements of volunteers at Iona College.
Since 1957, Iona has relied on the support and wonderful generosity of our parents and friends, in partnership with the Oblate community, to create the outstanding campus and community we are so fortunate to share today.
For more than 65 years, the contribution of volunteers has allowed Iona to provide the extensive educational and co-curricular programs for the benefit of our students. We are grateful to the families who contribute their time and talents to support the growth of our students through the many volunteering opportunities available every year.
The College understands that some of our families are not able to commit to the volunteering opportunities available across the year. Iona provides the option of an annual
$150 Commitment Levy that can be paid in lieu of volunteering, which will be applied to the tuition fee account in Term 4 for families unable to volunteer.
Please understand that some volunteering opportunities are in high demand and the College receives expressions of interest from more applicants than openings available. It is therefore recommended that a second preference is also chosen.
It is a requirement of all volunteers to complete an induction process. Further training and information may be required for specific volunteer roles.
If you do not complete the Expression of Interest Form For Volunteering, it will be assumed that you are opting to pay the Commitment Levy.
Thank you for being part of our community and contributing to the support and growth of the students in our care.
Inspired by the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the life of St Eugene de Mazenod, the Iona College community focuses on educating and empowering young men to make a positive difference throughout their lives and to the lives of others.
Our Mission is to learn, live, lead and serve as a Catholic learning community within the Oblate spirit.
• Volunteering benefits the community and the volunteer.
• Volunteer work is unpaid.
• Volunteering is always a matter of choice.
• Volunteering is a legitimate way in which people can participate in the activities of their community.
• Volunteering is a vehicle for individuals or groups to address human, environmental and social needs.
• Volunteers do not replace paid workers nor constitute a threat to the job security of paid workers.
• Volunteering respects the rights, dignity and culture of others.
• Volunteering respects and promotes human rights and equality.
(Source: Volunteering Australia)
Click here to read the College policies.
• Understanding and complying with the College policies outlined in the induction process.
• Only engaging in activities as directed by the Volunteer Supervisor or other authorised representative of the College.
• Role modelling the expected behaviors as outlined in the College’s Code of Conduct.
Iona College believes that volunteers in our community have the following rights:
• To work in a healthy and safe environment in accordance with our policies and procedures.
• To be covered adequately by insurance.
• To have access to any policy and / or procedure that impacts your volunteer role.
• Not to fill a position previously held by a paid employee.
• To have a role description.
• To be provided with sufficient training and induction to execute your volunteer role.
Iona College has the right to:
• Expect volunteers to positively represent the College.
• Expect volunteers to positively advocate for the College.
• Expect the volunteers to fulfil their volunteer role to the best of their ability.
• Expect clear and open communication.
• Expect volunteers to adhere to the policies and procedures of the College, and other government legislation.
When completing your Expression of Interest For Volunteering form, you will be asked to nominate your volunteering preferences. Areas in which the College seeks volunteers include, but are not limited to:
• Canteen (School Hours).
• Canteen (Weekend Sport).
• I-Care (Provide support for Iona families who are in need).
• College Sports.
• IPAC Canteen (Iona Performing Arts Centre).
• St Eugene de Mazenod Resource Centre (Library).
• Music Supporters Group (MSG).
• OMAD - Oblate Mission Action Day (Iona’s signature fundraising day).
• Old Boys Association events.
• Parents & Friends Association.
• Performing Arts Events (College Production, Iona Passion Play).
• Primary Years
Under the Commission for Children & Young People & Child Guardian Act 2000, people working with children under 18 years of age in certain categories of business and employment must undergo the Working with Children Check and be issued with a Positive Notice Blue Card.
WHEN WORKING WITH CHILDREN SCREENING CHECK IS NOT REQUIRED
Examples of when screening is not required include but are not limited to:
• Parents or guardians of current students attending the College.
• Those under the age of 17 years and 9 months.
WHEN WORKING WITH CHILDREN SCREENING CHECK IS REQUIRED
• Homestay or exchange student-host families.
• Extended family members e.g. grandparents who are volunteering.
• Anyone over the age of 17 years and 9 months who wishes to volunteer and is not a parent of a current child attending the school.
While you are working as a volunteer you may receive or overhear confidential information regarding people we support – staff, students, parents or other volunteers.
Information received must be kept confidential. This is a legal requirement. Confidentiality requirements apply to the use of social media and email.
To become a confirmed College Volunteer, you must enter into a Volunteer Agreement with the College and accept the terms and conditions of the agreement.
The Volunteer Agreement is not intended to be a legally binding contract. It is an agreement which may be cancelled at any time by either us or you. Whilst it is in effect, this agreement sets out the terms and conditions agreed to by both parties in regard to the volunteer arrangement with the College.
Click here to express interest to volunteer in 2025.
Our school-hours canteen caters to boys each school day from before school to the second lunch break.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ms Clare Sutherland Canteen and Catering Manager
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer
• General food preparation (pizzas, hot dogs, rolls, etc.)
• Packaging tasks
• Pricing tasks
• Restocking fridges
• Washing up / general cleaning
• Customer service of students and staff
• Cash handling
• Food-safety awareness
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Experience with food preparation and food handling welcome but not essential
• Hygiene
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Long hair tied up, away from face
• Hair to be secured with cap / hairnet
• A clean apron (to be provided)
• Gloves (to be provided)
• Covered shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
Additional induction / training may be required
Our weekend sport canteen operates on weekends the College hosts AIC interschool sporting events.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ms Clare Sutherland Canteen and Catering Manager
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer
• General food preparation (sausages, bacon & egg rolls, etc)
• Cooking BBQ
• Packaging tasks
• Pricing tasks
• Restocking fridges
• Washing up / general cleaning
• Customer service for students and community
• Cash handling
• Food-safety awareness
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Experience with food preparation and food handling welcome but not essential
• Hygiene
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Long hair tied up, away from face
• Hair to be secured with cap / hairnet
• A clean apron (to be provided)
• Gloves (to be provided)
• Covered shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
Additional induction / training may be required
Sport is one of Iona’s largest co-curricular programs, running across all four terms of the school year. Iona competes against other Colleges in approximately 20 sports as part of the Associated Independent Colleges (AIC) competition.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Mr Craig Stariha Head of Sport
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer
• Coach a team
• Officiate / Referee a game
• Manage a team
• Game set up
• Roll marking
• Attendance at training and games
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students and the community
• Clear, polite and effective communication
• Ability to inspire confidence and motivate performance
• Ability to solve problems
• Good organisational skills
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Familiarity with the AIC Code of Conduct
• Previous experience welcome but not essential
• Neat and tidy appearance – Iona-branded clothing preferred
• Sun safety hat / cap
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Enclosed shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
Additional induction / training may be required
I-Care is a College initiative to help members of our community in times of hardship. Meals are the most practical offering for families facing with challenges, including illness or death of a family member and other pastoral matters.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
Mrs Jacqui Ullah
Personal Assistant to the Dean of Oblate
Identity and Community
DAYS REQUIRED As needed
HOURS REQUIRED As needed
• Home-made meal and food preparation
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• Purchasing and / or donating grocery items
• Purchasing and / or donating grocery vouchers
• The gift of your time and talent to cook, prepare and package meals
• Being part of our I-Care support team means that you will be preparing and packaging food in your own home.
• Please be mindful of the food safety preparation and storage guidelines to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
Your son’s name, year level and House must be labelled on the delivery so we can keep a record of volunteer contributions
Our Iona Performing Arts Centre (IPAC) hosts a range of performances and events throughout the year. This canteen caters for those performances and events.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Mr Sam Ould IPAC Manager
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer
• General food preparation
• Packaging tasks
• Pricing tasks
• Restocking fridges
• Washing up / general cleaning
• Customer serving students and members of the community
• Cash handling
• Food-safety awareness
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Hygiene
• Experience with food preparation and food handling welcome but not essential
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Hair to be secured with cap / hairnet
• A clean apron (to be provided)
• Gloves (to be provided)
• Covered shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
Additional induction / training may be required
Our College Library is a welcoming space used by students and staff from all year levels across the College for organised classes during school time, and personal reading, research or relaxation before and after school, and during break times.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
Mrs Donna Stephens Head of Library
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer within school hours
• Assist with shelving of books
• Cleaning and maintenance of books and resources
• Laminating tasks
• Book-covering tasks
• Labelling and tagging books
• College Archive tasks
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Enclosed shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Additional induction / training may be required
Music is a large co-curricular program offered at the College, with concerts and eisteddfods taking place throughout the year.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
Mrs Kirsten Hudson
Music Administrator
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer
• Assist the MSG with activities, concerts and fundraising
• Attend monthly meetings as per College calendar
• Assist the Music Department with administrative tasks
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Enclosed shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
Iona College is part of a wider De Mazenod Family within our Australian Provence. As part of our commitment to providing support for the poor and vulnerable, the annual Oblate Mission Action Day (OMAD) is our major College fundraising effort for Oblate Missions globally.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Mrs Samantha Ryan
Social Justice Coordinator / Secondary Teacher
One day in Term 3
Minimum 2-3 hour shift
• Assist with co-ordination and supervision of fundraising activities and stalls on OMAD
• General food preparation and serving
• Packaging tasks
• Pricing tasks
• Replenishment of stock
• Washing up / general cleaning
• Cash handling
• Food safety awareness
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Hygiene
• Experience with food preparation and food handling welcome but not essential
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Hair to be secured with cap/hairnet
• A clean apron (to be provided)
• Gloves (to be provided)
• Covered shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
Additional induction / training may be required
Iona College is a community for life, and we therefore seek to maintain a strong connection with our past students. The Old Boys Association holds annual events to celebrate and connect Iona Old Boys.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
Mrs Jacqui Ullah
Personal Assistant to the Dean of Oblate Identity and Community
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer
• Assist with co-ordination and organisation of events relating to Old Boys
• General food / drink preparation and serving
• Packaging tasks
• Pricing tasks
• Replenishment of stock
• Washing up / general cleaning
• Cash handling
• Food-safety awareness
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Hygiene
• Experience with food preparation and food handling welcome but not essential
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Hair to be secured with cap / hairnet
• A clean apron (to be provided)
• Gloves (to be provided)
• Covered shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
The P&F works closely with the College to build and nurture a strong community and assist in fundraising efforts to benefit all students throughout their Iona journey. The College has community events, as per the College calendar, with a focus on engaging our community.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
Mrs Jacqui Ullah
Personal Assistant to the Dean of Oblate
Identity and Community
As negotiated with approved volunteer
A minimum of four (4) P&F meetings - in person or online
• Attendance at monthly P&F Meetings as per the College calendar
• Assist with co-ordination and organisation of events relating to P&F and related fundraising activities
• Event bump-in and bump-out
• Welcome / meet-and-greet duties
• Cooking BBQ
• General food / drink preparation and serving
• Packaging tasks
• Pricing tasks
• Replenishment of stock
• Washing up / general cleaning
• Cash handling
• Food-safety awareness
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Hygiene
• Experience with food preparation and food handling welcome but not essential
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Hair to be secured with cap/hairnet
• A clean apron (to be provided)
• Gloves (to be provided)
• Covered shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
Our Performing Arts co-curricular program includes our annual College Production, which also allows students from our “sister” schools to participate alongside our boys.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Mr David Cooke
Head of Co-Curricular Arts, Public Speaking and Debating
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer
• Attendance at planning meetings for Production and other Arts activities as required
• Attendance at rehearsals as required
• Assist with co-ordination and organisation of events relating to the Arts
• General food / drink preparation and serving
• Packaging tasks
• Pricing tasks
• Replenishment of stock
• Washing up / general cleaning
• Cash handling
• Costuming
• Creation of props and production set work
• Cast / crew support
• Food safety awareness
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Hygiene
• Experience with food preparation and food handling welcome but not essential
• Sewing, dressmaking, alterations experience beneficial
• Creativity
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Hair to be secured with cap / hairnet
• A clean apron (to be provided)
• Gloves (to be provided)
• Covered shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• Minimal jewellery
Additional induction / training may be required
We have specific Primary-only events throughout the year. A limited number of these events require volunteers to help.
CONTACT / SUPERVISOR
DAYS REQUIRED
HOURS REQUIRED
PROPOSED TASKS
SKILLS REQUIRED
DRESS CODE
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
Mrs Gaynor Begley
Primary Years Personal Assistant
As negotiated with approved volunteer
As negotiated with approved volunteer
Assistance at Primary Years events including:
• Primary Years Disco
• Year 5 Grandparents Day
• Food safety awareness
• Honesty
• Positive role modelling for students
• Clear communication
• Punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Experience with traffic control welcome but not essential for the Primary Years Disco
• Hygiene
• Experience with food preparation and food handling welcome but not essential
• Neat and tidy appearance
• No singlet / tank / crop tops
• Hair to be secured with cap / hairnet when handling food
• Covered shoes with grip – no thongs or sandals
• A clean apron (to be provided)
• Gloves (to be provided)
• Minimal jewellery
• High-visibility vests for parking duties (to be provided)
Note: There are only a small number of volunteer opportunities for Primary Years events
