• Education
• Service Design and Delivery
• Learning and Wellbeing Policy and Design
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
• School Assistant 4
• Salary Range: $64,615 - $69,965 (PN: 30414)

Details:

The role of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Officer (IEO) is to support schools to build their Cultural Integrity to meet the needs and aspirations of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. IEOs do this by:

• Supporting schools to engage with families and community
• Supporting teachers to embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives across the curriculum
• Providing advice and leadership to schools on celebrating significant events and milestones for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• Supporting schools to grow a culture of high expectations for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
• Facilitating successful student transitions between year levels, between schools and to post school study or work
• Supporting schools to meet Cultural Integrity accountability responsibilities

The day-to-day work of the IEO in general terms, involves building strong collaborative relationships, supporting school leaders and classroom teachers to improve their skills and practice, and developing and sourcing teaching and learning resources. IEOs also support schools to build relationships and understanding between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous students.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility/other requirements:

This is a designated position in accordance with s42, Discrimination Act 1991 and is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is considered essential and therefore a Confirmation of Aboriginality may be requested.

Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to the website.

Desirable:

• First Aid Certificate or a willingness to undertake appropriate training
• Certificate IV or equivalent e.g. Business Administration, Government (School Support Services), Government