Aboriginal Education Officer

MacKillop College, Bathurst
All Girls, years 7-12
Permanent, Part Time Position 60 hours/ fortnight
Commencing: 31 January 2025 (Term 1 2025)

We have an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal Education Officer to join the team at MacKillop College, Bathurst.

About the Role
This is an identified position ie this position is open to people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.

Note: Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified positions are genuine occupational qualified positions under section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

Reporting directly to the Principal, and accountable to the Education Officer: Leader of Aboriginal Education, the Aboriginal Education Officer performs a wide range of duties. These duties may consist of (but not limited to):

• Acting as an intermediary and contact person for Aboriginal students and families within the school and school system
• Assistin the teaching staff in achieving targets and meeting outcomes outlined in school and diocesan strategic plans in response to the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander National Education Strategy (2015) to accelerate improvements in educational outcomes for Aboriginal students and young people
• Supporting schools in ensuring that the curriculum is culturally inclusive across all Key Learning Areas (KLAs)
• Assisting the Principal and School Executive by providing support for Aboriginal families to resolve student pastoral care issues
• Providing encouragement and emotional support for Aboriginal students.

About You (Selection Criteria)
We are seeking someone able to meet the following selection criteria:

• Provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. 
• Demonstrated understanding of and sincere commitment to the aims and philosophy of Catholic Education, including the values of social justice, equity and reconciliation.
• Hold an appropriate level of skill in literacy and numeracy especially as it relates to assisting students. 
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team to cater for the needs of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of educational issues that affect Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander students. 
• Demonstrated links with the local Aboriginal community. 
• Demonstrated ability to promote and celebrate Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander traditions and culture within the whole school.
• Ability to provide proof of at least 5 years workplace experience.

About Our Offer

• Permanent, part time position (60 hours per fortnight)
• Be paid throughout the whole year, with school holidays off
• Salary packaging available
• Fitness Passport available (conditions apply)
• Work for an organisation who is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

MacKillop College, named for Mary MacKillop who had strong ties with the area, is an all-girls’ Catholic Secondary School located in the beautiful country city of Bathurst. MacKillop College is highly regarded in the Bathurst community with a fine reputation for excellent standards as well as promoting happy and harmonious relationships. 

MacKillop College is grounded in its Catholic values, drawing from the rich traditions of its founders, the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St Joseph. At MacKillop, we strongly believe in the effectiveness of girls’ education to empower young women to reach their personal, social and academic potential are challenged to be the best version of themselves.

Click here to find out more about MacKillop College.

How to Apply
If you think this role sounds like you, 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 24 November 2024.

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!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on (02) 6338 2200

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.

A valid 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.