We are seeking to establish a pool of Aboriginal and Islander Education Officers for permanent and fixed‐term, full‐time and part‐time vacancies that may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Role
The Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer is responsible for improving the educational outcomes of Aboriginal and Islander students by ensuring they receive the educational and cultural support they need to feel welcome, respected, understood and cared for, and developing their social, emotional, physical and academic skills. The officer supports students from low socioeconomic backgrounds who face learning difficulties and low attendance, provides pastoral care, and shares Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, language and culture with students, parents, teachers and the community.
Eligibility
Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under section 50d of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA). We will only consider applicants who are Aboriginal for this position.
To work with us, you must:
* be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
* consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should provide:
* A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
* A four (4) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF.
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the histories, languages, social and cultural protocols of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of culturally responsive strategies that support the wellbeing, engagement and learning of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
* Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and liaise with parents/caregivers, families, teachers and community members and assist teachers to understand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students' needs.
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of building culturally safe environments for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
* Demonstrated effective organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of culturally responsive education programs and subsequent feedback and evaluation to teachers or allied health professionals.
Application Details
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 5 June 2026.
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