<p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Manuka, Canberra ACT&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:&nbsp;</strong>Full-Time or Part-Time, Ongoing<br><strong>Salary Range:&nbsp;</strong>$109,560 to $117,990 plus superannuation (based on skills and experience)<br><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;Immediate / Flexible<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55 pm, Sunday 11 August 2024&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br><strong>About Us&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Schools and nine Early Learning&nbsp;Centres&nbsp;(ELCs).&nbsp;</p><p>The Catholic Education Office (CEO) provides corporate services to the CECG system of Schools and ELCs. These Service Areas include; Education and Performance Improvement, Catholic Identity, School and Family Services, Strategy and Special Projects, Finance and Infrastructure, Information and Communication Technology and People and Culture.&nbsp;</p><p>CEO is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of Schools and ELCs in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><p>The role will engage with opportunities which support Aboriginal students, their families and community. To assist them in this work, school communities will develop their cultural responsivity and ensure that cultural alignment exists. Communication with Aboriginal families and forming partnerships with local Aboriginal organisations and Elders is essential.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></p><ul><li>Positive and collaborative workplace culture&nbsp;</li><li>Permanent contract&nbsp;</li><li>Attractive remuneration package&nbsp;</li><li>Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide support to Principals and school staff in collaboration with other CE officers by providing advice and support on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education including cultural competency; community protocols; professional development for all school staff including Aboriginal Education Workers (AEWs).</li><li>Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development in line with the Science of Learning.</li><li>Develop and implement Cultural Competency Programs (CCP) for all Catholic Education School Staff &amp; CECG staff which will have a direct impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students.</li><li>Encourage participation in school and community events that acknowledge and celebrate Aboriginal people.</li><li>Coordinate and promote major Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander celebrations/events including coordination of Sorry Day, NAIDOC week activities, NAIDOC awards, NAIDOC Mass, and Reconciliation Week. Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives within Archdiocesan celebrations/ events and in school faith development programs.</li><li>Enable connections between the school and local Aboriginal community.</li><li>Connect with parents/carers of Aboriginal students in relation to their child’s/children’s learning and/or attendance.</li><li>Attend Professional Learning, along with regular team meetings to ensure Teaching and Learning Team continue to build capacity and capability to support system and school improvement journeys.</li><li>Commitment to adapt role and responsibilities, based on evolving system priorities and to meet school needs.</li><li>Available to travel to work closely with school leaders and teachers on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education, Perspectives and Cultural Competency.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree of Education or equivalent qualifications, including relevant qualifications at postgraduate level.</li><li>Current working with Children’s registrations in NSW and ACT (WWCC and WWVP).</li><li>Current Driver's License.</li></ul><p><strong>Selection Criteria</strong></p><ol><li>Ability to provide information and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community in the school.</li><li>Understanding and ability to develop links between the school and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.</li><li>Excellent communication (verbal and written) and facilitation skills.</li><li>Effective interpersonal skills.</li><li>Excellent time management skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to influence key stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage changes effectively and deliver quality results.</li></ol><p><i>Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the criteria and skill set required.</i>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the Skills, Attributes and Experience section in the position description and a current resume.&nbsp;</p><p>For further information about the role and Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn, please visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">website</a>&nbsp;and position description.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact Rebecca Radanovich, People &amp; Culture Officer, on 0475136048 or via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rebecca.radanovich@cg.catholic.edu.au">rebecca.radanovich@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DN&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503425/teaching-and-learning-support-officer-aboriginal-education">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>