Job Description - School Sport Initiatives and Inclusion Advisor, SEO2 (0000B5X2)
Job Description
School Sport Initiatives and Inclusion Advisor, SEO2 - 0000B5X2
School Sport Initiatives and Inclusion Advisor, SEO2
* Temporary full-time appointment for a period of up to 29 April 2029
About the Department of Education
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We're proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.
We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.
About the Student Support and Specialist Programs Directorate
The Student Support and Specialist Programs directorate is responsible for the development, delivery and evaluation of state‐wide services and specialist services and specialist programs to support student engagement and opportunities including Arts, Sport, Community Languages and International Programs.
The Child Wellbeing and Mental Health Services team focuses on the delivery of student support services including support for students in the areas of mental health, wellbeing and complex needs.
The Assisted School Travel Program provides transportation services for students with additional needs from home to school and back to ensure all students are able to access education in NSW public schools.
Student opportunities across all areas are enhanced through partnerships with industry specialists and stakeholders.
About the position
The School Sport Initiatives and Inclusion Advisor is responsible for developing and leading shared services across the School Sport Unit to increase opportunities for teacher and student participation and engagement in inclusive sport and physical activity in NSW public schools. Interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
For further information about this position, including the statement of duties, please review the position description.
Please be advised: The Department may direct you to undertake classroom teaching and lesson preparation as required.
For current NSW public school based employees or employees who hold right of return to a NSW public school, please confirm in the pre‐screening questions that you have discussed this opportunity with your direct supervisor/principal and that they are willing to release you for the required period.
How to apply
To apply you will be required to address the selection criteria in relation to the Statement of Duties for the position in your application.
* Please attach one document (in Word or PDF format) addressing each selection criteria for the position you are applying for, with a maximum of 300 words per criteria.
* Update your work profile details directly on the iWorkforNSW platform and/or attach a CV/Resume.
* A cover letter is not required.
Please be advised that it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online. No paper based, email based, or late applications will be accepted.
Closing date: 22 February 2026 at 11:59pm.
Please Note: For permanent teachers in a NSW public school taking up a non‐school based temporary appointment, the right of return to their substantive position is for up to 3 years.
The 2017 transitional arrangement for the recruitment of Non‐School Based Teaching Service positions, for all Senior Education Officer 1 (SEO1) and Senior Education 2 (SEO2) positions across the Department have ceased. Revised eligibility requirements for SEO1 and SEO2 positions are now in place. Applicants should refer to the Definitions for recent school based and recent NSBTS experience for further information.
Existing internal employees are encouraged to refer to the vacation guide for teachers taking up a temporary Non‐School Based Teaching Service position.
This is a child‐related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check. For more information, click here.
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 (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
E-list: If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an E‐list may be created from which these suitable candidates may be chosen and directly offered employment in other similar roles that may become available in the future.
Location
Sydney Region - Sydney - South
Work Type
Full-time
Number of Positions
1
Total Remuneration Package: $198,255. Package includes salary ($174,905), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
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