Indigenous Education Mentor
4 days ago
About the Opportunity
MADEC is seeking a passionate and culturally aware Indigenous Education Mentor to support students in the Indigenous Youth Leadership Program. This role provides tailored academic assistance through one-on-one and small group tutoring, helping students build confidence, stay engaged, and successfully complete Year 12. This role is offered on a fixed-term basis, concluding in June 2026.
You'll work closely with students, families, schools, and program staff to deliver culturally responsive support that encourages educational achievement and future pathways.
About You
To be considered for this position, candidates must be able to meet the below Essential Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrated client-focused approach in service provision Experience in education, mentoring, or youth work of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within our communities;
- Demonstrated experience in a secondary tutoring or education
- Communicate, consult and liaise with relevant professionals, clients, staff and community members to achieve identified organisational objectives and goals;
- Demonstrated understanding of the unique issues effecting and impacting upon the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth;
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team to achieve agreed goals and deadlines;
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Candidates must hold a current Working with Children Check (relevant to their state or territory) and a National Police Check, or be willing to obtain both.
In addition to the above, the desirable criteria are:
- The person identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and is acknowledged as such by their community;
- Demonstrated experience in a Social & Emotional Wellbeing environments
- Familiarity of secondary school attainment requirements (e.g. SACE)
About the Benefits
While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package including a base salary of $80,000 per annum plus superannuation. You'll also gain access to generous salary packaging options, which will greatly increase your take home pay. In addition, you will have access to a number of fantastic benefits including:
- Salary packaging up to $15,900, plus tax-free entertainment benefits
- Access to a 24/7 holistic Employee Assistance Program supporting mental, emotional, physical, and financial well-being
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave after three years' service (eligibility conditions apply), plus additional personal leave
- A supportive, inclusive, and diverse workplace where your contributions are valued
- Opportunities for personal growth, professional development, and career progression
About the Organisation
MADEC is a not-for-profit organisation with over 50 years of experience supporting communities through employment, education, and Indigenous programs. We are committed to improving life outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through culturally safe and empowering services. Creating linkages with support organisations to address barriers improving the lives of Indigenous people and Providing scholarship and other support to secondary school students experiencing disadvantage.
Want to know more?
For more information please contact Bianca Davies on or email , you may also visit our webpage to access our career page.
How to apply
Pease click the "Apply" button to register your interest.
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