This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2025 with possible extension (6 months) and/or permanency.
North Kalgoorlie Primary School (PS) is located in the suburb of Lamington. Lamington is one of Kalgoorlie's oldest and finest suburbs. The school first opened in 1902 and boasts a tradition and spirit that brings all ex and current North Kalers together as one. North Kalgoorlie PS is a very proud school, and we are committed to providing a learning environment that is inclusive, motivational, supportive, caring, and engaging for every student. We have Pastoral Care as a priority and inclusivity is a large part of this.
Currently, we run a number of programs across the school supporting our focus of developing a safe, healthy, and enjoyable learning environment. We are continuing to explore how we are inclusive of our students' learning styles, needs, culture, interests, and best meeting the needs of our students. Students at North Kalgoorlie PS are from varied backgrounds. Some are fourth generation Kalgoorlie born families. Some are families involved in the mining industry who move location regularly. Others are from various Aboriginal groups around the state and country.
The Role
The Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) assists Teachers in delivering planned education programs, encouraging a supportive and inclusive learning environment, and assisting students to access the educational program and have an increased understanding of the multicultural nature of the learning environment.
The successful applicant will act as a liaison between the community, families, and the school to develop an educational program relevant to both educational and cultural needs and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, particularly those at risk, through mentoring and pastoral care to encourage participation and achievement at school.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
1. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
2. obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
3. consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work-related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
2. Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
* A one to two (1-2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
* Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively interact with students, teachers, parents, community members, and professional staff on the provision and development of educational programs.
* Demonstrated good interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact on a range of levels in a variety of settings and with different audiences, including community members, teaching, and other professionals.
* Demonstrated ability to contribute to a school-level team and to provide multi-cultural direction in the development of the educational program, development of language resources, and evaluation of education and behaviour management programs.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively assist teachers in implementing educational and behaviour management programs.
* Demonstrated good organisational skills that will assist in the delivery of effective education programs to students.
* Demonstrated ability to assist with the general health and well-being of students.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 27 March 2025.
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