Aboriginal School and Community Educator (Wagga Wagga City Council)

Aboriginal School and Community Educator (Wagga Wagga City Council)

21 May
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Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga
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Wagga Wagga City Council

21 May

Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga

Wagga Wagga City Council

Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.

In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

Your New Role

The Aboriginal School and Community Educator exists to support Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) and works with school communities to provide a welcoming and safe place for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and their children.

As the schools are located in Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta country, and in accordance with tradition, the term Aboriginal will be used to refer to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, parents and carers.

Aboriginal School and Community Educators will engage in opportunities which support the learning, pastoral and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal students, their families and community. Communication with Aboriginal families, school personnel and forming partnerships with local Aboriginal organisations and Elders is essential.

This position is located at Henschke Primary School, Wagga Wagga.

Link to Position Description

What We Can Offer

- Temporary, Part-Time Leave replacement Position located at Henschke Primary School, Wagga Wagga
- Commencing ASAP until 18th December 2026
- 21 Hours / Fortnight, Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Discounted Bupa Health insurance
- Salary Packaging through Maxxia




- Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology
- Salary: Level 5A $45.65 per hour - Averaged (term-time only)

Essential Criteria

- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and be able to engage and connect with Aboriginal Elders and local community organisations
- Supportive of the purpose, vision and values of Catholic Education
- The ability to work independently, supportively and collaboratively with all community members
- Effective communication skills in a variety of settings
- Current NSW Drivers Licence
- NSW Working with Children Check
- Successful Candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check
- Accreditation for Support Staff in a Catholic School (Category A, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or willing to achieve.

Applications & Enquiries

If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Pauline Streckfuss

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the essential requirements via email to that includes subject line "Aboriginal School and Community Educator position (via Teachers On Net)"

If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.

All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team.

Applications close Sunday 26th April 2026

CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.

CEDWW is an equal prospect employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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