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Bentley Park College is seeking an enthusiastic individual to become the Indigenous Community Coordinator. You will develop strategies to assist students in achieving success, support student wellbeing, and liaise with the community. If this sounds like the role for you, apply now! This position is being offered in a Temporary Part time capacity (0.79FTE), 60 hours per fortnight.
About The School
Bentley Park College offers Prep to Year 12 education across one of Queensland's largest school sites, with Primary, Secondary, and Special Education programs. Driven by the motto "Aspire Learn Achieve," we celebrate diversity and uphold values of respect, responsibility, and resilience. Students excel in Academia, Citizenship, The Arts, Technology, and Sport, supported by a collaborative and inclusive learning environment. We partner with industry and tertiary institutions to provide pathways for ATAR, vocational programs, and workforce entry. Parents are encouraged to actively engage in their child's learning and the school community.
About The Role
As the Indigenous Community Coordinator (Identified), you will work closely with the Principal to liaise with students, families, and the broader community, developing and implementing strategies within the context of school-based management to promote and enhance Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education.
Responsibilities
- Work with the school community to develop, implement and monitor appropriate programs which raise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community awareness and participation in educational decision making processes and which contribute to the development of local community awareness.
- Facilitate stakeholder and reference groups to support community development programs and networks that meet the needs of the school and encourage partnerships with community service agencies and community leaders.
- Assist school community groups with advice and strategies for effective participation in education and access to information, resources and services.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Application
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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