Job Opportunity: Indigenous Liaison Officer

About Us

Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 3 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.

The Role 

The Indigenous Liaison Officer (ILO) will provide advice and guidance to support the planning, development and implementation of policies, strategies and programs to attract and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to CGS. You will engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities  to promote CGS and its Vision, Mission and Values.   

This is a key role that liaises between students and teachers to provide CGS indigenous students with tailored social/emotional support to enable them to succeed in their academic programs and will advise CGS on matters of cultural protocol to ensure students are able to flourish.

This is a part-time (11.5 hours over 3-4 days a week), 24-month fixed term opportunity based at our Caulfield Campus.

Key Duties

• Work with families, staff, students and CGS executive and leadership teams to facilitate the best outcomes for all students, families and stakeholders   

• Provide guidance to support the planning, development and implementation of policies, strategies and programs

• Maintain a strong cultural focus that extends to advice and action on broad issues, including the enrichment of cultural awareness within CGS

• Leverage relationships within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and CGS to support students

• Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours

Skills and Experience 

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, needs and relationships  

• Comprehensive understanding of issues affecting relationships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate this internally to engage stakeholders

• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

• Experience or a background in Education with a willingness to participate in and lead professional development activities     

• Excellent organisational and communication (written and verbal) skills to communicate and liaise effectively with students, parents, and all school staff    

• A current Employment WWCC or willingness to obtain

Why Caulfield Grammar School

Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life. 

For more information about pursuing a career of excellence at Caulfield Grammar School, please visit our Employment Page. 

Our Benefits 

• Competitive base and Superannuation

• Continuous professional development opportunities

• Access to outstanding facilities and resources 

• Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

How to Apply

Please submit your application by clicking here to be directed to the CGS website. Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission. 

Applications close March 15th

Enquiries: Employment@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au

Caulfield Grammar School is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our School community. All employees, direct/indirect contact volunteers, third party contractors and external education providers are required to comply with our Child and Youth Safe Policy and our Child and Youth Safe Code of Conduct.

Applicants will be required to undergo background checks as per the Schools Security Vetting Policy and guidelines.