Job Description
This opportunity is open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
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under Section 126 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act ****.
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About NAISDA
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NAISDA is Australia's leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performing arts training organisation. In ****, we celebrate 50 years of shaping Strong Lives, Vibrant Communities and Creative Futures through dance and performing arts education.
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What You'll Do
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Lead and manage student wellbeing, engagement and support services across the full student journey
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Develop and implement an outreach and engagement framework, resources and programs to strengthen student pathways into NAISDA
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Build and maintain robust relationships with students, families, communities and external service providers
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Lead, manage and develop accommodation services, including NAISDA's homestay and on-campus living programs
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Lead wellbeing, life skills and support programs to enhance student experience and outcomes
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Manage health, wellbeing and critical incident responses, including after-hours and one‐on‐one student support as required
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Manage student grievance and behaviour processes in line with NAISDA policy and procedures
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Provide strategic advice, reporting and planning to support continuous improvement and the integrity of cultural protocols across NAISDA
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Lead, support and develop the Engagement and Wellbeing Team
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About You
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You must identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply under section 14(d)



of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act ****
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Degree in Welfare, Social Work, Psychology or similar
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Demonstrated experience leading and delivering integrated student support or wellbeing services
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Strong understanding of, and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities
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Proven leadership capability with experience managing teams and driving outcomes
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships
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Demonstrated strategic thinking and ability to implement programs and frameworks and drive change
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High level organisational skills and attention to detail
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Current NSW driver's licence
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Willingness to work outside of standard work hours when required
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Why You Should Join NAISDA
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Purpose‐led work contributing to First Nations self-determination
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Culturally safe and creative workplace with staff health and wellbeing program
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Flexible workplace with paid parental leave, extra annual and cultural leave
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Formalised professional and cultural development and training
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Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
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Parkland campus with connections to communities nationally
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This role will require a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
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We work together to shape Strong Lives, Vibrant Communities and Creative Futures, grounded in culture, connection and care. Every NAISDA voice contributes to carrying our vision, purpose and values forward.

📌 Engagment & Wellbeing Manager (Central Coast)
🏢 NAISDA Dance College
📍 Central Coast