Aboriginal Education Officer

La Salle Academy, Lithgow
Co-educational, years 7-12
Temporary Part-time position 60 hours/ fortnight
Commencing 31 January 2025 - 26 January 2026
Pay rate from $39 per hour

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal Education Officer to join the team at La Salle Academy, Lithgow.

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):

• To act as an intermediary and contact person for Aboriginal students and families within the school and school system
• To assist 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
• To support schools in ensuring that the curriculum is culturally inclusive across all Key Learning Areas (KLAs)
• To assist the Principal and School Executive by providing support for Aboriginal families to resolve student pastoral care issues
• To provide encouragement and emotional support for Aboriginal students.

About You
We are looking for someone who is able to address the following selection criteria (please submit a separate document outlining):

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

About Our Offer

• Good work-life balance
• Access to the diocese’s wellbeing incentives such as membership with Fitness Passport and free EAP
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
• Salary packaging available to get the most out of your pay
• Be paid throughout the whole year, with school holidays off

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.

La Salle Academy, nestled in the Parish of St. Patrick’s Lithgow, is a co-educational Catholic school dedicated to fostering a Christ-centered environment. Situated on the eastern edge of Wiradjuri country, our community honours this heritage. With a commitment to academic excellence and social justice, we strive to nurture well-rounded individuals who flourish in a faith-filled atmosphere. Through a comprehensive curriculum and diverse extracurricular activities, including sports, performing arts, clubs, and community service programs, La Salle ensures students feel safe, valued, and supported as they embark on their educational journey.

Click here to find out more about La Salle Academy, Lithgow.

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 21 February 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!

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 6354 5100.

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.