The Director of Schools invites applications from suitably experienced personnel for two full time position in the Improvement, Learning and Wellbeing Team, Learning K-12 at Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong commencing April 2025, until 28 January 2028.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Aboriginal Education Assistant is a member of the Improvement Learning and Wellbeing Team - Learning K-12. The successful applicant will in this position will work predominantly with students in Year 7 to Year 12 in the Macarthur region. The applicant will be required to work closely with and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in the areas that include literacy, numeracy and cultural initiatives as well as liaise with the school, parish and local communities. This role is part of the Aboriginal Education Assistant Program which will provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students according to their areas of need. Applicants will be supportive of the ethos and mission of Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong and understand the purpose of this position as ultimately serving the needs of the students and staff in our Catholic schools.
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
- Be from an Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander background
- Have the ability to support the literacy and numeracy needs of students and/or cultural initiatives
- Have good communication skills and be comfortable with Aboriginal community liaison
- Be flexible and able to adapt to a variety working conditions have the ability to interact positively with students
- Have the ability to work under limited direction
- Have the ability to independently attend various schools
DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA:
- Certificate III in school support or equivalent
- Experience in educational settings such as schools and classrooms experience in supporting boys' and girls' cultural programs
- Experience working with children in classroom and small group willing to undertake further professional learning
SALARY/CONDITIONS
- Salary and conditions are in accordance with the School Administrative Services Enterprise Agreement 2015 NSW and ACT Catholic Systemic Schools
- The position is child-related work and requires the person to have NSW Working With Children Check and obtain their clearance for paid work with children
- On the appointment, applicant will be required to complete Child Protection training and may also be required to undertake the Aboriginal Education Worker Certificate, depending on prior skills and experience
- Aboriginality authorised (under Section 14 D of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977).
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE
This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To discuss your application or for assistance in applying for this position please do not hesitate to contact Danielle Grados Education Officer - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education on 0437 476 620.
The Catholic Education Office is an agency of the Catholic Church called to stewardship and service in support of the system of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wollongong. Through partnerships with clergy, parents, staff, school leaders and students, the Catholic Education Office contributes to strengthening the Communion of the Church.
To submit your online application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Closing Date: 4 April 2025 at 5pm
