Aboriginal Youth Engagement & Education Officer

Department for Education, South Australia; Port Augusta; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Department for Education, South Australia is seeking an Aboriginal Community Education Officer in Port Augusta. Based at Port Augusta Secondary School, the role supports students and families with culturally responsive services to improve wellbeing and engagement.

The position runs 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum, with a fixed tenure from 19/01/2027 to 25/01/2028. Salary ranges from $80,646 to $85,027 per year, dependent on tenure and hours. Applications close 08/11/2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in education or community engagement is desirable.
• Ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders and families.
• Cultural awareness and commitment to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate timely, effective and culturally responsive support for students and families.
• Support disengaged students in social and emotional wellbeing and engagement with learning.
• Liaise with Aboriginal Education Team and embed Aboriginal Perspectives across the curriculum.

Skills

Aboriginal Community Education Officer

Job description

Department for Education, South Australia is seeking an Aboriginal Community Education Officer in Port Augusta. Based at Port Augusta Secondary School, the role supports students and families with culturally responsive services to improve wellbeing and engagement.

The position runs 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum, with a fixed tenure from 19/01/2027 to 25/01/2028. Salary ranges from $80,646 to $85,027 per year, dependent on tenure and hours. Applications close 08/11/2026.