The Role:

Are you a passionate Cultural Educator looking to make a positive impact on at risk youth in a school setting? If so, we have an opportunity for you at our CARE school as a Cultural Engagement Support.

As a Cultural Engagement Support, you will work closely with the Principal and Teachers to assist and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Your role will involve:

• Liaising with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Providing cultural safety and creating a supportive environment.

• Building strong connections with students and their families.

  This role is offered as permanent full-time 10 - days per fortnight or part time - 6 days per fortnight.

  Let’s have a yarn and see what flexible hours work best for you. Call our Recruitment Advisor -Madeline Dwyer on 6370 0078 to find out more.

Under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginality is a genuine requirement for this position.

Who Are We?

The Communicare Academy is an independent, non-government CARE (Curriculum and Re-engagement in Education) school operated by Communicare. We are committed to providing at-risk and disengaged young people with high quality education options in a flexible and supportive learning environment.

At Communicare, we are deeply committed to Reconciliation. Our vision is a society that values the cultures and heritage of First Nations Peoples, respects the land and waters, and upholds justice and equity for all Australians. We strive to embed the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across all levels of our organisation. From service delivery to strategic direction, we honour their histories, cultures, and perspectives in shaping our work.

Established in 1977, Communicare has grown into a dynamic not-for-profit organisation dedicated to building strong, safe communities. We provide hope and opportunities for individuals to reach their full potential by inspiring, supporting, and empowering them to live a life of their choice in an inclusive society. While we have evolved over the past 45 years, our core values—Everyone is Welcome, Stronger Together, Doing What We Say, and Above & Beyond—remain at the heart of everything we do.

To learn more about Communicare’s Commitment to Reconciliation, click the link below

https://www.communicare.org.au/who-we-are/about-us/reconciliation/

Selection Criteria

• Under section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginality is a genuine requirement for this position.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Established knowledge of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander culture, society and kinship networks as well as the ability to communicate with and be accepted by Aboriginal people and communities.
• Ability to build relationships and connections with colleagues, students and families
• Excellent computer skills
• Satisfactory Police clearance (not older than 6 months from the issue date)
• Unrestricted drivers’ licence
• Working With Children Check

What we can offer you

• Generous NFP salary packaging opportunities (option to package up to $15,900 for general living expenses and an additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits per annum)
• Extra Leave - 5 days of extra paid leave per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Paid parental leave policy
• Family Domestic Violence and Abuse (FDVA) leave, financial assistance and structured support for any employees who have experienced FDVA incidents
• Discounted Health Insurance with HBF
• Free, confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program for you and your direct family.
• Annual Flu Vaccination Program

How to apply
Please submit a resume and a cover letter that addresses our Selection Criteria. Applications close 6th April 2025.

Communicare encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQI+ and people living with disabilities.

Short listing will commence immediately. We reserve the right to close the position without notice. Unsolicited resumes and contact from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.