Job description
- Part Time
- 12 Months Fixed Term
- Position based at Preston Office VIC 3072
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Salary up to $82,045 – $88,277, depending on experience, plus super.
- Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
The Organisation
The Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) is Australia’s largest Aboriginal community-controlled organisation, dedicated to supporting and advocating for our community. Rooted in the strength of our people, we passionately champion the welfare of our children and vulnerable community members. With an unwavering commitment to our vision and values, we honour and uphold Aboriginal cultural protocols, practices, and ceremonies. Our distinct Aboriginal identity sets us apart, empowering us to consistently achieve positive outcomes for our people. It is this essence that drives our success and meaningful impact.
About the role
The Koorie Kids Stay at School Program is a trauma-informed initiative designed to support at-risk Aboriginal youth in staying engaged with school and improving their educational outcomes. An Education Support Worker provides one-on-one educational assistance for at least six months, advises schools on individual learning needs, ensures a culturally safe environment, and offers in-home support to foster learning.
About You
The candidate demonstrates a commitment to VACCA’s vision and purpose, with an appreciation of Aboriginal societies, cultures, and contemporary issues. They possess strong educational knowledge, the ability to develop individualised academic plans, and excellent interpersonal communication skills for working with professionals and Aboriginal families. They understand the barriers to education for Aboriginal students and have experience with young people displaying challenging behaviours. They are knowledgeable about trauma-informed practice in educational settings and have excellent time management skills with a commitment to high-quality customer service.
What we can offer you!!
- The opportunity to participate in cultural events and other activities.
- Access to Employee Support and Wellbeing programs
- A warm, supportive and inclusive team environment and organisational culture
- 17.5% loading on annual leave
- Fitness Passport – allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available in this program.
This position is designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people under Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 and is exclusively available to them.
If the role that is described above is something that you feel passionate about, don’t delay.
Click Apply Now to start your journey with VACCA.
All applications must include your cover letter, current resume, and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria, which can be found in the PD here: Education Support Worker PD.pdf.
We are dedicated to Aboriginal self-determination and fostering strong, safe, and thriving Aboriginal communities. We honour all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and spiritual beliefs. VACCA is a child-safe organisation committed to the well-being of children and young people, with zero tolerance for child abuse. Successful applicants must pass a National Police Record Check and a Working with Children Check before and during employment. VACCA is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a smoke-free workplace.