Are you passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, families and communities to engage and succeed in education?
The Department of Education is seeking applications from people interested in opportunities supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and strengthening connections between schools, families and communities.
Aboriginal and Islander Education Officers play a vital role in promoting student engagement, attendance, participation and achievement.
Aboriginal Cultural Advisors are integral to strengthening cultural responsive practices and supporting/enhancing the framework to build relationships across the community.
Opportunities may include:
- Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer
- Advanced Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer
- Aboriginal and Islander Cultural Advisors
Appointments may be offered on a full-time or part-time basis. Acceptance to the Employment Register does not guarantee employment.
Work with us
Aboriginal and Islander Education Officers contribute to culturally responsive learning environments by building strong partnerships between schools, students, families and communities.
The Department offers a range of benefits including:
- flexible employment opportunities across a variety of school settings
- attractive allowances and incentives in many regional locations
- subsidised accommodation where applicable
- generous leave entitlements
- 12% employer contributed superannuation
- access to professional learning and development opportunities.
Who can apply
Applications are encouraged from people who:
- are passionate about supporting student success and wellbeing
- have experience working with young people, families or communities
- have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Important: Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification for these positions under section 50d of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).
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