Aboriginal and islander education officer

Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer

Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer

This permanent part-time (0.4 FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026 is located at Koorana Education Support Centre in Warnbro.

Branch: Koorana Education Support CentreDivision: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education RegionSalary: Level 3, $37.38 - $39.37 per hour (EA (Gov) GA 2025)

Work Type: Permanent - Part TimeFTE: 0.4

Location: Warnbro

Closing Date: 2026-04-17 4:30 PM

Role overview

The Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) is a support role that assists teachers in delivering planned education programs and encourages a supportive and inclusive learning environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The AIEO acts as a liaison between the community and school to develop an educational program relevant to both educational and cultural needs. They provide mentoring and pastoral care to encourage participation and achievement at school, and offer support and advice to schools and teachers on the management program of students at risk. They design and implement behaviour management plans, maintain records, and provide information to parents. They also facilitate community contribution to school policies on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, conduct interviews or home liaison visits, manage class resources, and assist with preparation and maintenance of the learning environment.

Responsibilities

* Assist teachers in delivering planned education programs and support inclusive learning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
* Mentor and provide pastoral care to encourage participation and achievement.
* Provide support and advice on student management programs for students at risk.
* Design and implement behaviour management plans and maintain records; provide information to parents.
* Facilitate community contribution to school policies on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.
* Conduct interviews or home liaison visits; manage class resources.
* Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the learning environment.

Qualifications and eligibility

* Eligibility: Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under section 50d of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
* 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.
* 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.
* Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the Job Description Form (JDF).

Application instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

* A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning relevant to this position.
* A three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF, including:
o Knowledge of histories, languages, social and cultural protocols of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
o Culturally responsive strategies that support wellbeing, engagement and learning of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
o Effective written and oral communication skills to liaise with students, parents, families, teachers and community members.
o Building culturally safe environments for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
o Organisational skills to deliver culturally responsive education programs and provide feedback/evaluation to teachers or allied health professionals.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Equity and diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse genders and sexualities, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Closing details

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 17 April 2026.

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