Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer

4 weeks ago


Perth, Western Australia Department of Education, Western Australia Full time

About the Role

The Department of Education, Western Australia is seeking a highly skilled and culturally responsive Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer to join our team. As a key member of our school community, you will play a vital role in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for our Indigenous students.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement culturally relevant educational programs that empower Indigenous students to reach their full potential.
  • Work closely with teachers, students, and families to develop and deliver education programs that meet the needs of our Indigenous students.
  • Act as a liaison between the community and school to develop an educational program relevant to both educational and cultural needs.
  • Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, particularly those at risk, through mentoring and pastoral care to encourage participation and achievement at school.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively interact with students, teachers, parents, community members, and professional staff.
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact on a range of levels in a variety of settings and with different audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to a school-level team and to provide multi-cultural direction in the development of the educational program.
  • 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.

What We Offer

The Department of Education, Western Australia offers a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve.

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please submit your application online, including a CV and a four-page statement addressing the selection criteria. For more information, please contact Rebecca Loveland, Business Support Officer on (08) 9262 0500 or.



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