Aboriginal Education Officer

St Pius X Catholic Primary School, Dubbo

Aboriginal Education Officer 

Temporary | Full-time (Duration of 2026)

Hourly rate ranging from $41.97 - $45.65 p/h (depending on qualifications & experience)  

Access to wide range of company benefits such as Fitness Passport 

About the Role 

St Pius X Catholic Primary School is seeking a dedicated Aboriginal Education Officer (AEO) to join the school community. The Aboriginal Education Officer acts as a key connection between Indigenous students, their families, the school, and the wider community. This role provides cultural, educational, and pastoral support to ensure every Indigenous student is given the opportunity to thrive academically and personally. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Building strong connections with First Nations families and welcoming new families into the school community. 
• Supporting the development and implementation of Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs). 
• Promoting and celebrating Aboriginal culture across the whole school. 
• Assisting with literacy and numeracy support for Aboriginal students, both in class and in small group/individual settings. 
• Encouraging regular attendance, supporting transitions, and exploring career pathways with students. 
• Providing pastoral care, encouragement, and guidance to Aboriginal students. 
• Working alongside teachers and school leadership to ensure culturally inclusive learning experiences. 

For further information about this position, including the statement of duties, please review the position description.

About You 

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate: 

• Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. 
• A strong commitment to the philosophy and values of Catholic Education, including social justice, equity, and reconciliation. 
• Sound skills in literacy and numeracy to assist students. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff to support Indigenous students. 
• Experience in engaging families and community, including in challenging situations. 
• Knowledge of educational issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. 
• Strong connections with the local Aboriginal community. 
• A commitment to promoting and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture within the school. 

Why work for us? 

• Celebrate and share Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture across the school community.
• Access to wide range of employee benefits such as Fitness Passport.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment alongside teachers and school leaders. 

About Us 

The Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,300 students and 1,700 staff. CEDB is seeking dynamic staff to join our school communities who are committed to making a difference in the lives of their students and their world. Situated in the beauty of the central west region of NSW, a diversity of opportunity awaits you and your family, whether you choose to apply to a school in one of our regional centres or to a school located in small rural. 

Click here to find out more about St Pius X Catholic Primary School, Dubbo. 

How to Apply

If you’re looking to make the next step in your education career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume and cover letter

• A separate document addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

• Contact details of appropriate referees

• All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 1 October 2025. 

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on  (02) 6882 3808. 

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

An employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.