Aboriginal Attendance & Engagement Officer

Department of Education; Maitland; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex leave entitlements

Fitness Passport

Salary sacrificing

Annual leave loading

Employer’s superannuation contribution

Job summary

NSW Department of Education in Maitland seeks an Aboriginal Attendance Officer to re-engage Aboriginal students with education by connecting families, schools and agencies. The role supports attendance targets across the state-wide program and aligns with government priorities.

The role is full-time (5 days) with a minimum 4 days on-site at the Maitland education office and 1 day per week remote, subject to operations. Applications close 16 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identification is required.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance.
• Current driver’s licence and ability to travel between sites.
• Commitment to public education values.

Responsibilities

• Build connections between Aboriginal students, families, schools and agencies.
• Help schools meet attendance targets within the state program.
• Support attendance initiatives across principal networks.

Skills

Aboriginal Education Policy

School Attendance Policy

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

NSW Department of Education in Maitland seeks an Aboriginal Attendance Officer to re-engage Aboriginal students with education by connecting families, schools and agencies. The role supports attendance targets across the state-wide program and aligns with government priorities.

The role is full-time (5 days) with a minimum 4 days on-site at the Maitland education office and 1 day per week remote, subject to operations. Applications close 16 November 2026.