Wunan is seeking a Tutor for our HIPPY program in the East Kimberley.

About us

Wunan Foundation strives to create sustainable change for the Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley region. Wunan is made up of a diverse team of people with different skills, coming from different walks of life. We offer a supportive, caring and fun working environment in which personal growth is highly encouraged.

About the Program

HIPPY (Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters) is an early childhood enrichment and parenting program for children and their parents/carers. The program is designed to make children ‘school ready’ and develop a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct role-playing sessions and deliver HIPPY materials to 10-15 families weekly, promoting engaging and educational activities within their homes or during group meetings.
• Provide support and referral services, directing HIPPY families to the HIPPY Coordinator for additional assistance or support when needed.
• Assist in the organisation and facilitation of parent group meetings, fostering a sense of community engagement and collaboration.

Requirements of the role

• Participation in HIPPY Program

Prior participation with the HIPPY Program and its impact on your understanding is a prerequisite. If not applicable, describe your engagement as a parent in relevant activities within the last 12 months.

• Commitment to Program Duration
• Community Identification and Commitment
• Effective Communication Skills
• Confidence in Home Visits

Essential Criteria

• Previous working experience in Aboriginal Communities.
• Experience working in community service organisation/s.

Pre-employment requirements

• Criminal History Check
• Current Driver’s license
• Working with Children Check

Please click 'Apply Now' to submit your application by the closing date. In your application a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, a current resume and at least two referees (ideally including most recent supervisor).

NOTE: All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and/or a working with children check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. Wunan reserves and maintains the right to commence and finalise recruitment prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant/person is found. By applying for the position the applicant and or successful applicant agrees to comply with Wunan policies and procedures. Wunan reserves the right to require additional pre-employment requirements where either required/suitable by law or as required/needed by Wunan.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People highly encouraged to apply*