Aboriginal Education Advocate (Part-Time)

St Patrick’s College; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program for staff

Generous leave entitlements

Salary packaging and discounted school

Fitness Passport

Job summary

St Patrick's College on Wangal Country invites applications for an Aboriginal Education Worker to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. This Aboriginal identified position is permanent part-time, two days per week, working with the Identity Team to strengthen cultural connection, belonging and educational opportunities.

You will advocate for students, build relationships with families and staff, and contribute to reconciliation and culturally responsive education within the

Qualifications

• Strong cultural knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contemporary issues.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with students, families, staff and community members.
• Understanding of safeguarding values and child protection principles in education.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, safe and welcoming school environments.
• Must have a valid Working With Children Check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and support their wellbeing.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students, families and staff.
• Develop and implement personalised learning plans for students.
• Provide cultural knowledge to strengthen understanding across the College.
• Support culturally responsive practices and inclusive College culture.
• Engage with local First Nations communities and contribute to cultural activities.

Skills

Cultural knowledge

Relationship building

Child safeguarding

Community engagement

WWCC clearance

Job description

St Patrick's College on Wangal Country invites applications for an Aboriginal Education Worker to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. This Aboriginal identified position is permanent part-time, two days per week, working with the Identity Team to strengthen cultural connection, belonging and educational opportunities.

You will advocate for students, build relationships with families and staff, and contribute to reconciliation and culturally responsive education within the