About the Role
Tannum Sands State High School is proud to be a culturally diverse community, with students from a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds. This includes 11% of our students who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual for the role of Community Education Counsellor to support our vibrant school community (2 days a week 7.25 flexible hours). This identified position is a critical role for someone who is highly relational, driven by a strong commitment to cultural understanding, and deeply invested in the wellbeing and success of our students.
Key Responsibilities: Build and foster strong relationships with students, families, and the broader community, with a focus on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.Provide culturally appropriate counselling and guidance to enhance students' educational, emotional, and social outcomes.Work collaboratively with school staff and external stakeholders to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.Act as a key liaison for community engagement, ensuring the voices of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families are heard and respected.The ideal candidate will: Be passionate about education and empowering students to reach their full potential.Have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with students, families, and the wider school community.Demonstrate a deep understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and traditions, with a commitment to promoting cultural awareness.Be adaptable, empathetic, and able to provide support across a variety of situations. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people and contribute to our school's inclusive, culturally rich environment.Mandatory Requirements for an Identified Role:
It is a genuine occupational requirement for Identified roles that the position be filled by an Aboriginal person or a Torres Strait Islander person as set out in Section 7 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 for the purposes contained in Section 25 of that Act. Verification of Aboriginality and/or Torres Strait Island heritage is required.
For administrative purposes, in relation to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role, an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a person who identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and is either:
of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;accepted as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community in which he or she lives.By definition, a person who is not an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cannot be employed (on any basis) to perform the duties of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified role. Applicants to this position may have to provide confirmation of their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage. Requesting proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage from applicants helps to make sure that this intention is honoured.How to Apply: Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); andA 2-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment, an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. #J-18808-Ljbffr