• Part Time 12 Months Fixed Term
• Position based at Preston Office VIC 3072
• Salary up to $82,045 - $88,277, depending on experience, plus super.

The Organisation

 The Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) is Australia's largest Aboriginal community-controlled organisation, dedicated to supporting and advocating for our community. Rooted in the strength of our people, we passionately champion the welfare of our children and vulnerable community members.

With an unwavering commitment to our vision and values, we honour and uphold Aboriginal cultural protocols, practices, and ceremonies. Our distinct Aboriginal identity sets us apart, empowering us to consistently achieve positive outcomes for our people. It is this essence that drives our success and meaningful impact. 

About the role 

The Koorie Kids Stay at School Program is a trauma-informed initiative designed to support at-risk Aboriginal youth in staying engaged with school and improving their educational outcomes.

An Education Support Worker provides one-on-one educational assistance for at least six months, advises schools on individual learning needs, ensures a culturally safe environment, and offers in-home support to foster learning. 

About You 

The candidate demonstrates a commitment to VACCA’s vision and purpose, with an appreciation of Aboriginal societies, cultures, and contemporary issues. They possess strong educational knowledge, the ability to develop individualised academic plans, and excellent interpersonal communication skills for working with professionals and Aboriginal families.

They understand the barriers to education for Aboriginal students and have experience with young people displaying challenging behaviours. They are knowledgeable about trauma-informed practice in educational settings and have excellent time management skills with a commitment to high-quality customer service. 

What we can offer you!

• A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction
• The support of regular internal supervision
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel
  Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture
• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply

This position is designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people under Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 and is exclusively available to them.

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume.

We encourage applicants to view the Position Description before applying.

Please click here to download the position description for this role. Education Support Worker PD.pdf

We are dedicated to Aboriginal self-determination and fostering strong, safe, and thriving Aboriginal communities. We honour all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and spiritual beliefs. VACCA is a child-safe organisation committed to the well-being of children and young people, with zero tolerance for child abuse. Successful applicants must pass a National Police Record Check and a Working with Children Check before and during employment. VACCA is an equal-opportunity employer and maintains a smoke-free workplace.