<p><strong>Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?</strong></p><p><a href="https://ww.catholic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow"><u>Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga</u></a> (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.</p><p>In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.</p><p>We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs. </p><p><strong>Your New Role</strong></p><p>The Aboriginal School and Community Worker role exists to support Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) and works with school communities to provide a welcoming and safe place for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and their children.</p><p>As the schools are located in Wiradjuri country, and in accordance with tradition, the term Aboriginal will be used to refer to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, parents and carers.</p><p>Aboriginal School and Community Workers will engage in opportunities which support the learning, pastoral and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal students, their families and community. Communication with Aboriginal families, school personnel and forming partnerships with local Aboriginal organisations and Elders is essential.</p><p>Position Description: <a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/track?uri&#61;urn:aaid:scds:US:b5222069-5919-34c6-935f-afd256bd1697" rel="nofollow">Click here.</a></p><p><strong>What We Can Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Temporary Leave Replacement Position  </li><li>Commencing 31st January 2025 until 26 January 2026</li><li>Access to Salary Packaging (Maxxia is our Salary Packaging Provider)</li><li>Access to our Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Discounted Bupa Health insurance</li><li>Salary: Level 5A.1 $43.90 per hour - Averaged (Term-Time Only)</li></ul><p><strong>Work Schedule</strong></p><ul><li>20 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday</li><li>Located at <strong>St Francis de Sales College - Leeton</strong></li><li>The Aboriginal School &amp; Community Worker position is employed to the CEDWW MIA Deanery and may work across the following schools during your employment. Please note the position may require a degree of travel. </li><li>St Peters, Coleambally</li><li>St Patricks, Griffith</li><li>St Josephs, Leeton</li><li>St Josephs, Narrandera </li><li>St Marys, Yoogali</li><li>St Francis De Sales College, Leeton</li><li>Marian Catholic College, Griffith</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and be able to engage and connect with Aboriginal Elders and local community organisations</li><li>Supportive of the purpose, vision and values of Catholic Education</li><li>The ability to work independently, supportively and collaboratively with all community members</li><li>Effective communication skills in a variety of settings</li><li>Current NSW Drivers Licence</li><li>Current <a href="https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check" rel="nofollow">NSW Working with Children Check</a></li><li>Successful Candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check</li></ul><p><strong>Applications &amp; Enquiries </strong></p><p>If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Catherine Banks on 0473 782276 or via email at <a href="mailto:banksc&#64;ww.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">banksc&#64;ww.catholic.edu.au</a> or Mary Atkinson on 0409 078574 or via email at <a href="mailto:atkinsonm&#64;ww.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">atkinsonm&#64;ww.catholic.edu.au</a>. </p><p>Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the essential requirements via email to <a href="mailto:recruitment&#64;ww.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">recruitment&#64;ww.catholic.edu.au</a> </p><p>If you are applying for this position you must complete a <a href="https://au1.documents.adobe.com/public/esignWidget?wid&#61;CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhCWBABGhuKlHzTyPtdW5gMzPvdSeUJWDuXt7eAkfi4VbiJH9ss-t7n8FBC1I277vT0*" rel="nofollow">Pre-Employment Declaration</a> as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.</p><p>All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team.</p><p>Applications close <strong>Friday 6th December 2024</strong></p><p><i>CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.</i></p><p><i>CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.</i></p>