Aboriginal Education Officer - Temporary - Multiple Positions - Various Locations-00009NT4.
Location
Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter Valley-Gosford, Central Coast and Region
Other Locations
Regional NSW, Sydney Region, Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter Valley, Illawarra & South CoastAdvertisement Number.Total Remuneration Package:The salary range for this position is $39.90 - $43.41 per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.Contact NameDina MannahContact Phone number(02) 7814 0809
Closing Date
03-Jul-2023, 2:00:00 AM
Job Category
SASS
Organisation
School Administrative and SupportPosition Information
The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
About the Role
Aboriginal Education Officers provide assistance to teachers, Aboriginal students and their families to support improved learning, welfare and well-being outcomes for Aboriginal students.
Essential Requirements
1. Working with Children Check Clearance
2. First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training
3. Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.
4. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal Education and Training policies.
NSW Government is committed to taking immediate action to reduce teacher admin workload in schools and the roles being recruited are part of the School Admin Improvement Program.
We have multiple Aboriginal Education Officer roles available in schools across NSW including:
• Connected Communities : Boggabilla, Bourke, Bowraville, Coomealla, Coonamble, Dareton, Gunnedah, Kempsey, Moree, Narooma, Walgett, Wilcannia.
• Regional NSW : Albury, Bathurst, Clarence Valley, Coffs Harbour, Cowra, Deniliquin, Dubbo (Wambuul-Macquarie), Eden-Monaro, Far West, Great Lakes, Griffith, Lake Illawarra South, Lithgow, Maitland, Mooney Mooney, Mudgee, Namoi, Narrandera, Orange, Parkes, Port Macquarie, Port Stephens, Queanbeyan, Shoalhaven, Tamworth, Taree, Upper Hunter, West Wyalong.
• Sydney : Auburn, Beverly Hills, Bondi, Cambridge Park, Carlingford, Chullora, Frenchs Forest, Georges River, Girraween, Hornsby, Mount Druitt, North Sydney, Northern Beaches, Parramatta, Port Jackson (inner Sydney), Quakers Hill, St Andrews, The Hills, The Ponds and Windsor.
See for a full list of schools.
6-month temporary full-time and part-time roles available, with the possibility of extension.
We also have a video which can be accessed here:
Specific Selection Criteria
5. Understanding of the needs of Aboriginal students.
6. Effective oral and written communication skills.
7. Knowledge of Aboriginal communities and cultures.
8. Ability to interact with Aboriginal students and parents.
9. Experience working as part of a team.
10. Knowledge of the local Aboriginal community.
Conditions
11. This position is targeted to the employment of an Aboriginal person and is authorised by the Department's EEO Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. When applying for an Aboriginal identified position, applicants must provide confirmation of Aboriginality and a certified statutory declaration upon interview as defined in the
Special Notes
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit