Indigenous Education Advocate — Part‑Time

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools; Banora Point; Hybrid; AUD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

St James Primary School, Banora Point seeks an Aboriginal Education Worker (Identified Position) for a part-time temporary role (30 hours per week) starting 28 January 2027. The 2027 term is aligned with the NSW/ACT Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025 and level 4 (averaged).

The role focuses on implementing the Diocesan Action Plan for Aboriginal education, supporting cultural identity and belonging, and building respectful relationships with the local Aboriginal community for a richer

Qualifications

• Must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (documented confirmation of Aboriginality is a requirement at interview).
• Exemption under the Anti-discrimination Act 1977
• Must hold a current Working with Children Check clearance
• Compliance with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment
• Identified Position

Responsibilities

• Working with the school leadership team to implement the Diocesan Action Plan for the Education of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples including:
• Acting as a role model for students by encouraging them to take pride in all aspects of their schooling and their cultural identity.
• Promoting a sense of welcome and belonging, so that all in the school community will gain greater respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders’ culture and each child will be provided with educational opportunities that are rich, fulfilling and promote a love of God.
• Supporting the school to understand and show respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s knowledge, skills and traditions to build and maintain relationships that are based on mutual respect and reconciliation.
• Raising expectations and enhancing the quality of student learning for all students by supporting the development of individualised plans that include cultural, curriculum and career goals.
• Developing a partnership with the local Aboriginal community, families and the school to create and promote a school environment that respects and values local Aboriginal cultures and protocols.

Job description

St James Primary School, Banora Point seeks an Aboriginal Education Worker (Identified Position) for a part-time temporary role (30 hours per week) starting 28 January 2027. The 2027 term is aligned with the NSW/ACT Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025 and level 4 (averaged).

The role focuses on implementing the Diocesan Action Plan for Aboriginal education, supporting cultural identity and belonging, and building respectful relationships with the local Aboriginal community for a richer