Aboriginal Education Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Armidale Secondary College

NSW Government; Armidale; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Armidale Secondary College, an NSW Department of Education school, is seeking an Aboriginal Education Officer for a full-time, ongoing role in Armidale. The position supports Aboriginal students, families and teachers to improve learning, welfare and wellbeing outcomes and to foster a respectful, inclusive school environment.

The role requires Working with Children Check clearance, First Aid training or willingness to undertake, and knowledge of the Department's Aboriginal Education policy.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the needs of Aboriginal students.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal communities and cultures.
• Ability to interact with Aboriginal students and parents.
• Experience working as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the local Aboriginal community.

Responsibilities

• Aboriginal Education Officers provide assistance to teachers, Aboriginal students and their families to support improved learning, welfare and well-being outcomes for Aboriginal students.

Skills

Understanding of Aboriginal needs

Effective oral and written沟通

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description - Aboriginal Education Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Armidale Secondary College (0000BDQA)

Aboriginal Education Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Armidale Secondary College - 0000BDQA

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Location

Regional NSW

Advertisement Number A900158568

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $45.78 - $49.82 per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading

School Name Armidale Secondary College

Staffing Area Armidale

FTE 1.000

Contact Phone number 0267767400

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

18-Nov-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support

Position Information

The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

About the Role

Aboriginal Education Officers provide assistance to teachers, Aboriginal students and their families to support improved learning, welfare and well-being outcomes for Aboriginal students.

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children Check Clearance
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training
• Administration of Medications - training to be provided based on student needs.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal Education and Training policy.

Armidale Secondary College is a partially selective, coeducational high school catering to students in Years 7-12 in the New England region of NSW. With an enrolment of approximately 1,100 students, the College is committed to high academic achievement and quality teaching within a rich learning environment.

Our student population is culturally diverse, with 25% identifying as Aboriginal and 25% as refugee backgrounds. The College upholds the values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience, and our mission is to deliver a personalised, relevant curriculum supported by state-of-the-art facilities that inspire and empower students and staff.

Armidale Secondary College features a support unit and an Intensive English Centre (IEC), and works closely with partner primary schools. We are fortunate to have an active and supportive Parents & Citizens (P&C) association. Extensive co-curricular programs cater to a wide range of student interests, encompassing sport, dance, drama, music, environmental initiatives, and student leadership opportunities.

Specific Selection Criteria

• Understanding of the needs of Aboriginal students.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal communities and cultures.
• Ability to interact with Aboriginal students and parents.
• Experience working as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the local Aboriginal community.

Conditions

This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position. Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander 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 .

Special Notes

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. 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 .

To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture.