Aboriginal Education Officer

3 weeks ago

Illawarra, Australia NSW Government -School Administrative and Support Full time

**Position 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**
- Working with Children Check Clearance
- First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training
- Administration of Medications - training to be provided based on student needs.
- Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal Education and Training policies.

**Selection Criteria**:

- Understanding of the needs of Aboriginal students.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Aboriginal communities and cultures.
- Ability to interact with Aboriginal students and parents.
- Experience working as part of a team.
- Knowledge of the local Aboriginal community.

**Conditions**:
**Special Notes**:
**About the NSW Department of Education**

**Additional School Information (Optional)**
Queanbeyan High School is located on Ngunnawal and Ngambri lands in the highly desirable location on the NSW ACT border, serving approximately 600 students with a student Aboriginal Population of over 14%.

Our staff are dedicated professionals, committed to the support and delivery of learning programs designed to cater for our diverse range of student learning needs of our comprehensive settings including: specialist Learning and Support, extension courses and accelerated progression, VET courses, and 8 Support classes.

Our school is integral to our local community and enjoys strong working relationships with a wide range of community organisations. Our students, staff and the community in work together to develop confident, socially aware and involved young adults who can make significant contributions to the broader community.

The school has breadth of curriculum catering for the needs of students for a variety of post school destinations. Graduates are highly successful gaining preferred options in universities, further training, and skilled employment.

Our school community of “Respectful, Responsible, Learners” has been integral in providing input into the substantial refurbishment of the school and we now enjoy a large range of sporting, cultural and landscaped outdoor learning spaces that demonstrate a genuine respect for learning and community-based activities.

**How to Apply**

If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.

**Information Session**

**Targeted Question 1**
Describe a time where you have assisted with the development of an Aboriginal Student.

**Targeted Question 2**
Using your understanding of the local Aboriginal community, describe what methods you would use to engage with the community and bring that understanding into a school setting.

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