Job Description - Aboriginal Education Officer (Identified) - Full Time - Buninyong Public School *****BB31)
Aboriginal Education Officer (Identified) - Full Time - Buninyong Public School - ****BB31
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Location
Location
Regional NSW
Advertisement Number A*********
Number of Positions
Number of Positions
1
Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $***** - $***** per hour.
The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading
School Name Buninyong Public School
Principal Network Wambuul-Macquarie
Staffing Area Dubbo
FTE *****
Contact Name Kristin Anforth
Contact Phone number *************
Contact School Admin - ********
Closing Date
Closing Date
20-Aug-****, 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.




Specific Selection Criteria
Understanding of the needs of Aboriginal students.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Aboriginal communities and cultures.
Ability to interact with Aboriginal students and parents.
Experience working as part of a team.
Knowledge of the local Aboriginal community.
Conditions
This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Chance Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment.
More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent .
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 people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people.




If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above.
For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education's Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage .
To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format.
Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
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.
Targeted Question 1
Describe a time where you have or how you would assist with the development of an Aboriginal student?
Targeted Question 2
Using your understanding of the local community, describe what methods you would use to engage with the community and bring that understanding into a school setting?
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture.
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