Job Description
Worawa Aboriginal College – Healesville VIC
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Located on a beautiful 136-acre property in the Yarra Valley (60 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD), Worawa Aboriginal College is a boarding school for Aboriginal girls in their secondary years of schooling. An Aboriginal-owned and governed initiative, Worawa operates on the philosophy of 'Walking Together to Make a Difference' and this position requires the incumbent to embrace the Worawa ethos of Aboriginal values, Aboriginal-led decision making and the right to Aboriginal self-determination.
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A full boarding school, Worawa was established to meet the unique needs of Aboriginal adolescents and address the challenges they face in mainstream education. Worawa provides a holistic education that integrates Education, Culture and Wellbeing. Our student population reflects the rich diversity of Aboriginal Australia, drawing from communities across the country.
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About the Role
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We are seeking a warm, organised and people-focused College Registrar to coordinate student enrolments and provide a welcoming first point of contact for students, families and visitors.
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This is a diverse role combining enrolments and student administration with reception, student travel, orientation and community engagement.
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In this role, you will:
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Respond to enrolment enquiries and guide families through the enrolment process.
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Maintain student records and support ABSTUDY and VRQA requirements.
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Coordinate student orientation, travel and enrolment documentation.
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Manage reception, phone enquiries and visitors to the College.
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Liaise with families, Aboriginal communities, agencies and service providers.
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Support student recruitment and community engagement activities, including occasional interstate travel.
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Provide general administration and support College events and activities.
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About You
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As an Aboriginal-led College,



Worawa is committed to strengthening Aboriginal representation within its workforce and particularly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
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You may have experience in school administration, enrolments, student services, reception or a similar administrative role.
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You will be organised, proactive and approachable, with strong attention to detail and the ability to build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
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You will bring:
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Previous administration, reception, enrolments or student services experience.
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Strong organisation, communication and computer skills.
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Confidence managing records, documentation and competing priorities.
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A respectful and culturally aware approach to working with Aboriginal students, families and communities.
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Sound judgement, discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
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A willingness to travel occasionally and support the broader needs of the College.
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School or education experience, community engagement experience and knowledge or lived experience of Aboriginal cultures and communities will be highly regarded.
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This position requires the incumbent to embrace the Worawa ethos of Aboriginal values, Aboriginal-led decision making and the right to Aboriginal self-determination.
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Why work with us?
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At Worawa, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to walking alongside young Aboriginal women as they pursue their goals. You'll work on the beautiful College campus, contribute to a culturally rich learning community, and have the opportunity to grow professionally while making a real difference.
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Worawa is a Not-for-Profit organisation and registered PBI Charity and offers excellent salary packaging benefits.
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Questions regarding the role can be directed to
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Salary commensurate with experience.
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Worawa Aboriginal College is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse.
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Worawa reserves the right to begin the interview process with suitable applicants prior to the advertisement closing.

📌 College Registrar (Enrolments & Reception) (Melbourne)
🏢 Worawa Aboriginal College
📍 Melbourne