Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Education Worker - Scone

Catholic Schools Office Diocese Of Maitland-Newcastle; Scone; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport (T&C applied)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Paid parental leave for eligible staff

Long service leave after five years

Job summary

St Mary's Primary School Scone is seeking a part-time Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker to support students, teachers and communities in culture, spirituality and wellbeing. The role aligns with the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle’s Reconciliation Action Plan and requires strong ties with local Indigenous groups.

Starting January 2027, the position focuses on engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families, fostering inclusive education and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in educational settings.
• Ability to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities.
• Established links with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Commitment to CSO Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy (Category A).

Responsibilities

• Support students, teachers and school communities in culture, spirituality and student wellbeing and engagement.
• Promote the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle’s Reconciliation Action Plan – Reflect, liaise with Indigenous communities and bring Indigenous perspectives to the school.

Skills

ATSI education experience

Community engagement with ATSI

Team collaboration in schools

Reconciliation principles

Education

WWCC (Working with Children Check) number

Senior First Aid Certificate

Class C Driver’s Licence

Job description

St Mary's Primary School Scone is seeking a permanent part time (10.5hrs p/w) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Worker to join the team in January 2027

St Mary's Primary School, Scone is a small rural community offering a Catholic education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Equipped with modern and engaging facilities, St Mary's uses a contemporary approach to learning which is personalised, stimulating and responds to the learning needs, interests and experiences of each student. St Mary's offers an inclusive environment filled with skilled and committed staffing who nurture the social, emotional, physical and spirtual development of all students in our care, the best possible education with rich learning experiences for our students across the curriculum.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The purpose of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Education Worker is to focus on supporting students, teachers and school communities in the areas of culture, spirituality and student wellbeing and engagement. Promoting the intent of the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle’s Reconciliation Action Plan – Reflect, liaising with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and promoting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives within the school will be essential to the realisation of these objectives.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Demonstrated experience and expertise working in educational settings with a focus on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
• Demonstrated experience in engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities
• Established and ongoing links with the local and/or wider Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in an educational setting
• Qualifications and/or experience (see below) relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education and/or cultural settings. This is inclusive of being able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and contemporary educational issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification for this position as described under section 14 (d) of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act 1977. In order to ensure this qualification is considered, submission of corroborated acknowledgment of Aboriginality is welcomed. (Desirable)
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate (Desirable)
• Current unrestricted Class C Driver’s Licence (Desirable)
• Current paid Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Willingness to Comply with the CSO Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy.
  • Category A – Accreditation to Work.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programsPaid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Kim Wilson, Principal on Tel: (************* or via email: *****************************

Applications close: Thursday 12th November 2026at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.