Children and Schooling Program Educator

Organisation Overview:

Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative (RAC) is recognised as a leader among Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, maintaining a high profile in the public and private sectors across research, consultancy, policy development, and partnerships. RAC operates in a culturally appropriate, sensitive, community-controlled environment that maintains a holistic approach to service provision and emphasises the importance of family and community.

RAC has been a resource, service provider and enabler of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Greater Shepparton region since 1980. RAC is a cooperative working to provide a range of supports and services including:

• Health and wellbeing
• Positive aging and disability services
• Community services
• Asset and infrastructure services
• Corporate services

RAC has an annual budget of $19 million and a workforce of approximately 230 people. RAC is a significant employer and economic contributor to the region and plays a high profile leadership role as one of the larger Aboriginal organisations in Australia. RAC is committed to ensuring the Aboriginal people in the Goulburn Valley have certainty of access to community-controlled services.

Role Purpose:

Plan and deliver weekly sessions to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander children and families that encompass educational curriculum to support the social, cultural, and creativity to improve educational outcomes and increase engagement in education. Support children and young people that are disengaged from education. The role will aim to support families to give children a good start in life through improved numeracy and literacy, childhood development, care, school readiness, and successful transitions to further education and work.

Employment Conditions:

• All staff are required to sign a confidentiality agreement on appointment to the organisation
• Probationary / qualifying periods apply to all new positions
• All staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the Co-operative (available to view)
• All staff are required to follow the policies and procedures to the department and the Co-operative (manuals are available to view)

About You
To excel in this position, you should possess the following qualifications and qualities:
•You are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
•Relevant qualification and previous experience working in Education.
•Demonstrated knowledge and/or understanding of childhood developmental and milestones for children, from an educational standpoint.
•A sound knowledge of and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, values, family networks, and issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
•Ability to work in a culturally safe and competent manner with children and their families.
•Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
•Proven planning and organisational skills.
•Demonstrated reporting skills to complete monthly reports to meet Key Performance Indicators.
•Proven employment history/experience in related field.
•Ability to work in a team setting in a changing environment.
•The capacity to work semi-autonomously, prioritising work within established policies, guidelines, and procedures.
What We Offer:
•Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
•Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award: Level 2 - Pay Point 1 to Level 4 - Pay Point 2 (depending on qualifications and experience).
•Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.
•Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
•Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
•Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
•Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
You will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening check, including providing a copy of your
Confirmation of Aboriginality.