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Aboriginal Education Officer
Employment
Part time, Temporary
Sector
Catholic
School type
K12
Salary range
Closing date
2 April 2026
Posted 23 Mar 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout St Raphael's Catholic School Cowra
442
Total students
46%
Boys
54%
Girls
39.8
Teaching FTE
15.4
Non-teaching FTE
985
ICSEA value
40th percentile · Average SES
7%
EAL/D Background
18%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Aboriginal Education Officer | St Raphael’s Catholic School, Cowra
12-Month Contract | Part-time (36 hours per fortnight)
Commencing ASAP by negotiation
Hourly rate ranging from $40.64 - $47.02 depending on qualifications and experience
Access to Fitness Passport & Salary Packaging
About the Role
This is an identified position i.e. this position is open to people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.*
Note: Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified positions are genuine occupational qualified positions under section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977
St Raphael's Catholic School Cowra, is seeking a dedicated Aboriginal Education Officer (AEO) to join the school community. The Aboriginal Education Officer acts as a key connection between Indigenous students, their families, the school, and the wider community. This role provides cultural, educational, and pastoral support to ensure every Indigenous student is given the opportunity to thrive academically and personally.
Key responsibilities include:
- Building strong connections with First Nations families and welcoming new families into the school community.
- Supporting the development and implementation of Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs).
- Promoting and celebrating Aboriginal culture across the whole school.
- Assisting with literacy and numeracy support for Aboriginal students, both in class and in small group/individual settings.
- Encouraging regular attendance, supporting transitions, and exploring career pathways with students.
- Providing pastoral care, encouragement, and guidance to Aborigina…