Temporary Aew3 - Aboriginal Community Education Officer (based In Yes Program)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
8 November 2026
Posted 29 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
U, 7-12
School staff (FTE)
106.5
59.6 teaching · 46.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
662
Indigenous students
48%
Language other than English
46%
Girls vs boys
328 girls · 334 boys
50%
50%
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
More disadvantage
Average
More advantage
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
The ACEO position is based in the Port Augusta Secondary School Youth Engagement Strategy
(YES) team and is responsible for the coordination of the timely, effective and culturally responsive
support and services for students and families.
The ACEO supports disengaged students in their social and emotional wellbeing, encouraging their
continued connection with school through provision of services and access to accredited flexible
learning.
The ACEO ensures inclusive and equitable options and interventions are identified and utilised to
provide positive experiences for students in the wider community that result in the overall
enhancement of their wellbeing and successful engagement with learning.
Key components of the role include: providing support, advice and perspectives to staff to ensure a
culturally safe and supportive environment is maintained; liaison with the Aboriginal Education Team
representing and advocating for the needs of students enrolled in the YES program; liaison with
Aboriginal Education teachers to embed Aboriginal Perspectives across the curriculum; supporting
youth workers and identified staff with transitions at key points - years six to seven and pathways to
training and employment.
Please note: Part time hours/days may be negotiated Please note the salary amount may differ from that advertised. Salary is dependent upon your current employment status with the Department for Education, tenure and hours per week. The salary stated is based on an employee working 52 weeks per annum, full time equivalent. The successful applicant will be…
(YES) team and is responsible for the coordination of the timely, effective and culturally responsive
support and services for students and families.
The ACEO supports disengaged students in their social and emotional wellbeing, encouraging their
continued connection with school through provision of services and access to accredited flexible
learning.
The ACEO ensures inclusive and equitable options and interventions are identified and utilised to
provide positive experiences for students in the wider community that result in the overall
enhancement of their wellbeing and successful engagement with learning.
Key components of the role include: providing support, advice and perspectives to staff to ensure a
culturally safe and supportive environment is maintained; liaison with the Aboriginal Education Team
representing and advocating for the needs of students enrolled in the YES program; liaison with
Aboriginal Education teachers to embed Aboriginal Perspectives across the curriculum; supporting
youth workers and identified staff with transitions at key points - years six to seven and pathways to
training and employment.
Please note: Part time hours/days may be negotiated Please note the salary amount may differ from that advertised. Salary is dependent upon your current employment status with the Department for Education, tenure and hours per week. The salary stated is based on an employee working 52 weeks per annum, full time equivalent. The successful applicant will be…