Aboriginal Education Officer

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst; Coonabarabran; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Fitness Passport

Salary Packaging

Job summary

St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School, Coonabarabran, seeks an Aboriginal Education Officer on a temporary, part-time basis (60 hours per fortnight) to commence 3 February 2027 and finish 4 February 2028. This identified position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.

You will report to the principal and the Education Officer: Leader of Aboriginal Education, supporting Aboriginal students, families, and staff, and promoting culturally inclusive learning across KLAs.

Qualifications

• Provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.
• Commitment to Catholic Education values: social justice, equity and reconciliation.
• Strong literacy and numeracy support for students.
• Ability to work in a team to support Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students.
• Experience working with families and communities in challenging situations.
• Knowledge of issues affecting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students.
• Links with the local Aboriginal community.
• Ability to promote Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander cultures within the school.
• Minimum 5 years of workplace experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as intermediary for Aboriginal students and families within the school.
• Assist teaching staff to meet targets in line with strategic plans for Aboriginal education.
• Support curriculum to be culturally inclusive across KLAs.
• Provide support for Aboriginal families to resolve pastoral care issues.
• Provide encouragement and emotional support for Aboriginal students.

Skills

Aboriginal heritage

Teamwork

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Community engagement

Job description

Aboriginal Education Officer | St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School, Coonabarabran

Temporary, Part time (60 hours per fortnight)

Commencing: 3 February 2027 - 4 February 2028

Access to Fitness Passport & Salary Packaging

About the Role

This is an identified position ie this position is open to people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. *

We have an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal Education Officer to join the team at St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School, Coonabarabran.

Reporting directly to the principal, and accountable to the Education Officer: Leader of Aboriginal Education, the Aboriginal Education Officer performs a wide range of duties. These duties may consist of (but not limited to):

• To act as an intermediary and contact person for Aboriginal students and families within the school and school system
• To assist the teaching staff in achieving targets and meeting outcomes outlined in school and diocesan strategic plans in response to the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander National Education Strategy (2015) to accelerate improvements in educational outcomes for Aboriginal students and young people
• To support schools in ensuring that the curriculum is culturally inclusive across all Key Learning Areas (KLAs)
• To assist the Principal and School Executive by providing support for Aboriginal families to resolve student pastoral care issues
• To provide encouragement and emotional support for Aboriginal students.

About You (Selection Criteria)

We are looking for someone who is able to address the following selection criteria (please submit a separate document outlining how you are able to address/demonstrate each of the following):

• Provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. Confirmation of Aboriginality
• Demonstrate understanding of and sincere commitment to the aims and philosophy of Catholic Education, including the values of social justice, equity and reconciliation.
• Demonstrate an appropriate level of skill in literacy and numeracy especially as it relates to assisting students.
• Demonstrate your ability to work as part of a team to cater for the needs of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students.
• Demonstrate your ability to work with families and community, especially in challenging situations.
• Demonstrate your knowledge of educational issues that affect Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students.
• Demonstrate links with the local Aboriginal community.
• Demonstrate your ability to promote and celebrate Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander traditions and culture within the whole school.
• Provide proof of at least 5 years workplace experience

About Our Offer

• Good work-life balance, working 60 hours per fortnight
• Access to the diocese’s wellbeing incentives such as membership with Fitness Passport and free EAP
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
• Salary packaging available
• Be paid throughout the whole year, with school holidays off

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and Orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School is a school with a rich history and a strong reputation for its family atmosphere, academic achievements, and well-rounded success. Since its establishment in 1888 by the Sisters of Saint Joseph, our school has been committed to providing an education that equips students with knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world. Our dedicated educators strive for high levels of learning for all students, offering diverse programs that cater to individual needs and promote equity. We prioritize foundational skills in literacy and numeracy while emphasizing other key areas such as technology, the arts, agriculture, and sport. With a Christ-centered learning environment, active parental and community support, and effective communication channels, we aim to create an enjoyable and productive educational experience for all.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on02 6842 1732.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.