Team Leader Aboriginal Youth Engagement

North Regional TAFE; Kununurra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised Housing

Five weeks leave

District Allowance

Travel subsidy

Air-conditioning subsidy

Flexible working

Salary packaging

Employer superannuation 12%

Uniform access

EAP for you and family

Influenza vaccination

Cultural Leave (Aboriginal and Torres)

Job summary

North Regional TAFE in Western Australia is seeking a Team Leader Aboriginal Youth Engagement to lead, coordinate and deliver culturally appropriate Young and Deadly Futures activities funded through Juvenile Justice. You will develop partnerships with Aboriginal communities to support positive transitions into education and employment.

The role requires strong relationship-building across NR TAFE campuses and with Elders and community leaders, a focus on inclusion and leadership development,

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and deliver Young and Deadly Futures activities funded through Juvenile Justice.
• Build relationships with Aboriginal communities, stakeholders, Elders and leaders to maximise program outcomes.

Job description

Permanent full-time Appointment This is an Aboriginal identified position open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Being female is a genuine occupational qualification for this role under Section 27 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). Hence this position is open to Female Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only We are seeking a Team Leader Aboriginal Youth Engagement. Under the direction of the Manager of Aboriginal Programs and Student Support, the Team Leader Aboriginal Youth Engagement leads, coordinates and delivers culturally appropriate Young and Deadly Futures program activities funded through Juvenile Justice. The program supports positive engagement in alternative education pathways, with embedded life skills development and community engagement, and addresses the needs of vulnerable young people with complex circumstances in Broome and/or Kununurra. The role requires the development and maintaining strong relationships across the College and with Aboriginal stakeholders, community members, Elders and leaders throughout the North West region to maximise program outcomes and support positive transitions into further education, training and employment. We are looking for people who are passionate about empowering Aboriginal young people, committed to building strong relationships within communities, and motivated to create opportunities that support education, wellbeing, leadership, and future success. You are a culturally responsive leader who values collaboration, respect, and inclusion, and who can inspire and support others to make a positive difference in the lives of Aboriginal youth. If you have expertise in leading youth engagement programs, building strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities and stakeholders, mentoring and developing high-performing teams, and delivering initiatives that improve participation, retention, and success outcomes for Aboriginal young people, we encourage you to apply. This is an opportunity to use your leadership, cultural knowledge, and relationship-building skills to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of Aboriginal youth and the communities we serve.

About Us

North Regional TAFE (NR TAFE) is the largest provider of training and vocational services in the north of Western Australia, servicing communities and industries across a region exceeding one million square kilometres. NR TAFE has 11 campuses, from Wyndham in the north to Newman in the south, with the College’s three largest delivery centres at Broome, Karratha and Pundulmurra (South Hedland). Our values reflect how we work to meet our purpose in creating opportunities through great learning experience. We are driven by our passion for education, delivering more than 200 nationally recognised qualifications and strive to provide educational opportunities to everyone, regardless of background, economic status, gender, race or location. NR TAFE is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. NR TAFE is committed to ensuring all applicants have the opportunity to request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and all reasonable requests are catered for. If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please contact the person named in the job advertisement for a confidential discussion. If you would like free, independent advice on resumes, cover letters, selection criteria or interview preparation, contact your local Jobs and Skills Centre on 13 64 64. Jobs and Skills Centres are free, accessible one-stop shops providing career, training and employment support to all members of the community. Find out more by visiting our website: www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au

Want to know more? Please contact Rahaney Poelina, Manager Aboriginal Programs and Student Support on 0467 562 856 or email [e-mail]

What we offer:

• Subsidised Housing with rent from $264 - $532 weekly depending on the category of the property (subject to availability and eligibility).
• Five weeks paid leave and the option to accrue an additional two weeks leave each year by working a 39-hour week.
• District Allowance from $7,436 - $18,898 per annum.
• Generous travel subsidy from $1,885 for yourself and your dependents plus additional travelling time each year.
• Air-conditioning subsidy to offset a proportion of your power bills during applicable months.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Tax reducing salary-packaging options
• Employer Superannuation Contribution of 12%
• Access to NR TAFE’s corporate uniform.
• Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• Subsidised annual influenza vaccination.
• Up to five days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

Other Conditions and Eligibility

Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card. This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next 12 months.

Applications close Thursday 12 November 2026 from advertising at 4:00pm (WST).