Aboriginal Education Worker

Catholic Education; Queanbeyan-Palerang; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Catalyst training

24 weeks paid parental leave

Professional development support

People Wellbeing Program Flourish

Cross-school transfer opportunities

Job summary

Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn invites applications for an Aboriginal Education Worker (AEW) at St Gregory's Primary School in New South Wales. The role focuses on culturally responsive support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, improving engagement, attendance and wellbeing in collaboration with families and staff.

The position is identified for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and offers opportunities for professional development within the CACGEL

Qualifications

• WWCC required
• Accreditation under Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Responsibilities

• Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to achieve positive educational outcomes through culturally responsive academic, social and wellbeing support.
• Collaborate with families, teachers and the wider school community to strengthen engagement and attendance while promoting Aboriginal perspectives and events.

Job description

Salary Range: $75,935 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part time | 10 permanent hours per fortnight | Additional hours on a temporary basis available as per student needs
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: January 2027, Term One

AboutSt Gregory's Primary School

At St Gregory's, our most valuable asset is our dedicated teachers and staff, who play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where safety, fairness, and respect guide our collaborative journey. Our goal is to empower teachers to inspire students in their spiritual, academic, and personal growth, ensuring that both educators and students thrive as they reach their fullest potential.

About the Role

The Aboriginal Education Worker (AEW) plays a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to achieve positive educational outcomes through culturally responsive academic, social and wellbeing support. Working closely with students, families, teachers and the wider school community, the AEW helps strengthen engagement, attendance and participation while fostering meaningful connections between schools and local Aboriginal communities. The role also contributes to building cultural understanding and awareness across the school through the promotion of Aboriginal perspectives, traditions and significant cultural events. This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave, regardless of caregiver status
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications and Eligibility

• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

CACGEL is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Tiffany Reedy 02 6295 8027 or via email [e-mail]
Application queries: Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email [e-mail]