Aboriginal Education Worker

St Patrick's Primary School, Bega

Bega, NSW 


Indigenous Education

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time

Applications Close: 5 August 2025


We are committed to creating an inclusive and culturally safe environment where the contributions of First Nations peoples are valued and respected. We recognise the importance of diverse perspectives and are dedicated to strengthening connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through meaningful engagement and employment opportunities.

<p><strong>Salary Range: </strong>$93,176&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation.<br><strong>Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Part-time | 28 hours per fortnight | 4-Month Contract&nbsp;<br><strong>Eligibility:</strong>&nbsp;Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date: </strong>Negotiable<br><strong>&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>About St Patrick's Primary School</strong></p> <p>St Patrick's Primary School is a Catholic Primary School located in the Bega Valley of New South Wales (NSW). The school caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and has a current enrolment of 200 students. Situated in the heart of a rural community, we provide quality Catholic education for all in the Bega Valley.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The Aboriginal Education Worker plays a key role in supporting the educational engagement and cultural identity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. This position strengthens the connection between students, their families, and the school community by supporting inclusive cultural practices and educational programs. The Aboriginal Education Worker works closely with school staff, and provides cultural advice and practical support to enhance outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and to build a school environment that respects and celebrates First Nations cultures. WE encourage and welcome applications from First Nations Peoples.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>CECG 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 early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br> For further information about the School, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://stpatsbega.nsw.edu.au/">website.</a>&nbsp;Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited&nbsp;(CECG) can be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Jo-Scott Pegum&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6492 5500&nbsp;or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:jo.scottpegum@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20Education%20Worker%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>jo.scottpegum@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Aboriginal%20Education%20Worker%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:jo.scottpegum@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20Education%20Worker%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">jo.scottpegum@cg.catholic.edu.au</a><br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20Education%20Worker%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Aboriginal%20Education%20Worker%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20Education%20Worker%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505639/aboriginal-education-worker">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>
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