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

NSW Department of Education; Armidale; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The NSW Department of Education employs Aboriginal Education Officers to support teachers, Aboriginal students and their families, aiming to improve learning, welfare, and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal students across NSW public schools. The role is identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, with commitment to the Department's Aboriginal Education and Training policy.

Essential requirements include Working with Children Check clearance, a First Aid certificate or

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Job description

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.

• 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.

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.

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 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.