Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer

2 weeks ago

City of Cockburn, Australia Department of Education, Western Australia Full time
Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer

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This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025

South Coogee Primary School is a welcoming Independent Public School with approximately 500 students. Our modern and well-equipped classrooms support collaborative and engaging learning experiences. The school grounds include a range of fun and challenging playgrounds that encourage active play and exploration.

We are proud of our strong student-centred approach and the positive culture we've built around our values: Achieve, Inspire, Respect. These values guide our school expectations and are part of our shared AIR Agreements, which are understood and embraced by staff, students, and families.

South Coogee PS has been recognised for its excellence, including a past nomination for Primary School of the Year. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment where all students feel a strong sense of belonging.

Find out more about our school by visiting South Coogee Primary or Schools Online

The Role

The Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) plays a key role in supporting the educational and cultural needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Working alongside teachers, the AIEO helps deliver inclusive learning programs, offers pastoral care and mentoring—particularly for students at risk—and encourages active participation and achievement. The role also involves guiding staff on culturally responsive practices, supporting the implementation of the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework, and strengthening partnerships between the school, families, community, and external agencies.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Amy Dawson, Deputy Principal, on (08) 6174 1500 or emailing Amy.Dawson@education.wa.edu.au

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 and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:
  • A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
  • A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively interact with students, teachers, parents, community members and professional staff on the provision and development of educational programs.
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact on a range of levels in a variety of settings and with different audiences, including community members, teaching and other professionals.
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to a school-level team and to provide multi-cultural direction in the development of the educational program, development of language resources, and evaluation of education and behaviour management programs.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively assist teachers in implementing educational and behaviour management programs.
  • Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs to students.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.

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.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS970017

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 12 June 2025Seniority level
  • Seniority levelEntry level
Employment type
  • Employment typePart-time
Job function
  • Job functionEducation and Training
  • IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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