Aboriginal Education Officer – Full Time – Ongoing – Drummond Memorial Public School

Aboriginal Education Officer – Full Time – Ongoing – Drummond Memorial Public School – 0000AP67

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Location

Regional NSW 

Advertisement Number A900137888

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $41.50 – $45.15 per hour. The total salary package will include employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading

School Name Drummond Memorial Public School

Principal Network Armidale

Staffing Area Armidale

Hours/Minutes 31 hours 15 minutes per week

FTE 1.000

Contact Name Julianne Crompton

Contact Phone number (02) 6772 3736

Contact School Admin – 99999999

Closing Date

11-Sep-2024, 6:00:00 AM

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support 

Position Information 

The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. 

About the Role 

Aboriginal Education Officers provide assistance to teachers, Aboriginal students and their families to support improved learning, welfare and well-being outcomes for Aboriginal students.

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children Check Clearance
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake First Aid training
• Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal Education and Training policy.

At Drummond Memorial Public School, we are an inclusive community that inspires and celebrates learning through a commitment to excellence. With a culture of high expectations, we foster confident, creative and innovative individuals who are collaborative, engaged and life-long learners. We value our relationship with our school community and have meaningful, enthusiastic and supportive partnerships.

The school has 230 students across 10 main stream classes K-6, 1 Multi categorical, 1 Tutorial Centre (TLC), 1 Suspension centre (Karayuna) and 1 Early Intervention class. Drummond is also the host for the refugee and Ezedi Homework Centres two afternoons per week.

We run unique programs – Learning through Play – a joint research project with the University of New England, an Acara Digital Technologies in focus project, Positive Behaviour for Learning, Coolabah Dynamic Assessment, Breakfast and lunch club and the Iwata creative Arts wellbeing club.

Two English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) teachers work with all of the Ezidi and ESL students. They build relationships with teachers and school.. 

We run a Readiness for School program in Terms 3 and 4 to support students coming to school the following year.

Our AEO (Aboriginal Education Officer) works closely with the students and families bridging the gap with education, attendance and school. The AEO works with the teachers when unit planning, ensuring that aboriginal perspective is covered and represented in all learning.

The P&C is small in number though extremely dedicated in providing for our students.

Specific Selection Criteria 

1. Understanding of the needs of Aboriginal students.
2. Effective oral and written communication skills.
3. Knowledge of Aboriginal communities and cultures.
4. Ability to interact with Aboriginal students and parents.
5. Experience working as part of a team.
6. Knowledge of the local Aboriginal community.

• Conditions 
• This position is targeted to the employment of an Aboriginal person and is authorised by the Department’s EEO Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. When applying for an Aboriginal identified position, applicants must provide confirmation of Aboriginality and a certified statutory declaration upon interview as defined in the Confirmation of Aboriginality guidelines

Special Notes About the NSW Department of Education 

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

How to Apply To apply for this position, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. 

If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.

Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.

Information Session

On Wednesday, 4th September 2024 at 10am Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Programs (ATSIRP) will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the position and interview to build confidence in your application.

To register your interest, please fill out the registration form here or by scanning the QR code below. We will be in touch with further details and the meeting link. Alternatively, you may email the ATSIRP team at [email protected] with subject line “Yarn Up” noting the job reference number.

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