Aboriginal Education Coordinator (IDENTIFIED)

NSW Department of Education; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education in Parramatta is seeking an Aboriginal Education Coordinator, PEO (IDENTIFIED) for a temporary full-time appointment up to 22/07/2029. The role provides strategic leadership of culturally relevant and inclusive services, programs and initiatives supporting the quality teaching of Aboriginal students.

You will guide the professional learning of principals, executives and teaching staff, coordinate programmes in collaboration with other directorates and key

Qualifications

• Strategic leadership of culturally relevant and inclusive services for Aboriginal students.
• Guides professional learning of principals, executives and teaching staff.
• Coordinates and manages programmes in collaboration with directorates and key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead program delivery and quality teaching initiatives for Aboriginal students.
• Collaborate with directorates and communities to implement initiatives.

Job description

Aboriginal Education Coordinator , PEO (IDENTIFIED)

Temporary full-time appointment for a period of up to 22/07/2029. Location: Parramatta with flexible work arrangements.

About the Department of Education

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We’re proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow. We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

About the Aboriginal Education and Communities Directorate

The Aboriginal Education and Communities directorate (AEC) values its strong partnership with the NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Inc. and communities, in supporting NSW Public schools to deliver high level, quality teaching to maximise learning outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students.

About the position

This role provides strategic leadership of culturally relevant and inclusive services, programs and initiatives supporting the quality teaching of Aboriginal students. Coupled with this, the position guides and assists with the professional learning of principals, executive and teaching staff with a focus on leadership, teaching and learning. The role encompasses the coordination and management of specific programmes and initiatives, in collaboration with other directorates, and key stakeholders. For further information about this position, including the statement of duties, please review the position description. This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A 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.

Please be advised : The department may direct you to undertake classroom teaching and lesson preparation as required. For current NSW public school based employees or employees who hold right of return to a NSW public school, please confirm in the pre-screening questions that you have discussed this opportunity with your direct supervisor/principal and that they are willing to release you for the required period.

For all enquiries please contact: Natalie Pierson via email [e-mail]

Please Note: For permanent teachers in a NSW public school taking up a non-school based temporary appointment, the right of return to their substantive position is for up to 3 years If you currently hold a temporary NSBTS role, please refer to Advice for current NSBTS considering applying for other positions during their temporary NSBTS appointment. Existing internal employees are encouraged to refer to the vacation guide for teachers taking up a temporary Non-School Based Teaching Service position.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.

If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ( [e-mail] ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

E-list:

If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an E-list may be created from which these suitable candidates may be chosen and directly offered employment in other similar roles that may become available in the future.