Aboriginal School and Community Educator

Kildare Catholic College - Wagga Wagga

WAGGA WAGGA, NSW 


Indigenous Education

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)

Applications Close: 24 May 2026


Kildare Catholic College is looking for an Aboriginal School and Community Educator to undertake a Temporary, Part-Time, position to work with school communities and provide a welcoming and safe place for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and their children, commencing ASAP.

<p><strong>Kildare Catholic College</strong></p> <p>Kildare Catholic College is a catholic secondary college teaching students from year 7 to 12, we also have a diverse boarding population at Mt Erin Boarding House, which offers an affordable boarding option for students who live outside the Wagga Wagga region.The core values of Kildare Catholic College are the promotion of respect for self, others and our environment, as well as the development of the whole person; spiritually, emotionally, physically, intellectually and socially.&nbsp;</p> <p>To find out more about Kildare Catholic College, click <a href="https://www.kildarecatholiccollege.com/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p> <p><strong>About Wagga Wagga</strong></p> <p>Imagine a city where you could enjoy a challenging and stimulating career, afford a beautiful house, live close to quality schools, experience a wealth of cultural and sporting entertainment - and have a daily commute of 10 minutes.</p> <p>Welcome to Wagga Wagga. To find out more, click <a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/riverina/wagga-wagga" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p> <p><strong>Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?</strong></p> <p><a href="https://ww.catholic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow"><u>Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga</u></a> (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.</p> <p>In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.</p> <p>We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Your New Role</strong></p> <p>This role exists to support Kildare, to provide a welcoming and safe place for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and their children. As the schools are located in Wiradjuri (and Yorta Yorta) country, in accordance with our tradition, the term Aboriginal will be used to refer to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, parents and carers. The Aboriginal School and Community Educator (ASCE) will engage in opportunities which support the learning, pastoral and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal students, their families and community. Communication with Aboriginal families, school personnel and forming partnerships with local Aboriginal organisations and Elders is essential.</p> <p><a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:ap:7399a722-5537-4b38-a09f-bc3d9a8f59fc" rel="nofollow">Link to Position Description</a></p> <p><strong>What We Can Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Temporary, Part-Time Position</li> <li>Commencing ASAP for the remainder of 2026.</li> <li>45.6Hrs/ Fortnight - Work Schedule TBC</li> <li>Discounted Bupa Health insurance</li> <li>Salary Packaging through Maxxia</li> <li>Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology</li> <li>Salary: Level 5A $47.02 per hour - Averaged (term-time only)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and be able to engage and connect with Aboriginal Elders and local community organisations</li> <li>Supportive of the purpose, vision and values of Catholic Education</li> <li>The ability to work independently, supportively and collaboratively with all community members</li> <li>Effective communication skills in a variety of settings</li> <li>Current NSW Drivers Licence</li> <li>NSW Working with Children Check</li> <li>Successful Candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check</li> <li>Accreditation for Support Staff in a Catholic School (Category A,<a href="https://cedww.app.lumapps.com/intranet/evangelisation-religious-education/work-teach-lead" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;<u>Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools</u></a>, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or willing to achieve.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications &amp; Enquiries&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Christie Scutti 6932 6100 <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the essential requirements via email to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you are applying for this position you must complete a <a href="https://au1.documents.adobe.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhCWBABGhuKlHzTyPtdW5gMzPvdSeUJWDuXt7eAkfi4VbiJH9ss-t7n8FBC1I277vT0*" rel="nofollow">Pre-Employment Declaration</a> as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.</p> <p>All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team.</p> <p>Applications close <strong>Sunday 24th May 2026</strong></p> <p><i>CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.</i></p> <p><i>CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.</i></p>
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<p>If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Christie Scutti 6932 6100 <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the essential requirements via email to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Aboriginal%20School%20and%20Community%20Educator%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment-kcc@ww.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you are applying for this position you must complete a <a href="https://au1.documents.adobe.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhCWBABGhuKlHzTyPtdW5gMzPvdSeUJWDuXt7eAkfi4VbiJH9ss-t7n8FBC1I277vT0*" rel="nofollow">Pre-Employment Declaration</a> as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.</p> <p>All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team.</p> <p>Applications close <strong>Sunday 24th May 2026</strong></p> <p><i>CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.</i></p> <p><i>CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.</i></p>