Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer

Department of Education; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

35 hour week

Superannuation contribution

Job summary

The Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer role with the NSW Department of Education is based in Tuggerah, offering flexible working arrangements. You will build relationships with Aboriginal parents and carers to support outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

This ongoing, full-time position provides a competitive salary between AUD 87,199 and AUD 95,482 per year, plus superannuation and leave loading, with additional benefits and career mobility across the Department.

Qualifications

• Identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position as required by policy.
• Hold a valid clearance to work with Children (Working with Children Check).
• Hold a valid NSW driver’s license.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to public education.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between Aboriginal students and families and schools.
• Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families to achieve positive outcomes.
• Foster connections between schools and the broader Aboriginal community.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

People skills

Cultural sensitivity

Advocacy

Job description

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Region: Gosford, Central Coast and Region

Job Category: Education and/or training

Employment Fill Type: Permanent (Ongoing)

Location: Tuggerah, NSW, AU, 2259

Description: Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing Full-Time opportunity
• Located in Tuggerah with flexible working arrangements available
• Competitive salary of $87,199 - $95, 482 pa plus superannuation and leave loading

About the role

The Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer works as a key member of a team who foster relationships between Aboriginal parents or carers as well as the NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG). Other important groups are the broader Aboriginal community and NSW Public schools, to support improved outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students.

This is a significant role where you can make an impact in the community and improve the wellbeing of students’ lives.

The main responsibilities of the role are however not limited to:

• Where appropriate, act as a support for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students and their families
• Work with students and families to achieve positive educational and culturally responsive outcomes
• Foster strong connections between schools and the broader Aboriginal community regarding expectations or circumstances that may impact students’ engagement in schools
• Act as a liaison between local AECG’s in the realisation of fulfilling the Partnership Agreement.
• Assist with strengthening the knowledge, understanding and application of departmental systems and process for Aboriginal parents or carers
• Be a liaison between the Aboriginal Education and Communities directorate, schools and across Government and non-Government agencies
• Develop culturally responsive solutions for Aboriginal students.

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About you -

• Be motivated to develop and maintain relationships with the local Aboriginal and School communities
• The ability to manage stakeholders at all levels
• Strong communication and people skills
• Lead by example and be an advocate for change
• The ability to be culturally sensitive and display empathy in your approach when dealing with sensitive matters
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position. Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent .
• Hold a valid clearance to work with Children (Working with Children Check)
• Hold a valid NSW driver’s license
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

Information Session

On Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 10:30am, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the position and interview to build confidence in your application.

To register your interest, please fill out the registration form or by scanning the QR code below. We will be in touch with further details and the meeting link.

If you require additional assistance, you may reach out to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team at [e-mail] with subject line "Yarn Up" and noting the job reference number: 16577.

Closing date

22 November 2026 at 11:59pm.

Contact

For role enquiries please contact Rachael Ella at [e-mail]

Equal opportunity

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage .

Other Information

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.