ROCKHAMPTON GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL - INDIGENOUS LIAISON OFFICER (ILO)

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is one of the original eight Grammar Schools of Queensland. Opening in 1892, Girls Grammar has served and supported the education of girls and young women for over 130 years.

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is a learning community founded on a commitment to ‘Learning for Life’. Each member of our School family contributes to sustaining an environment in which individuals actively engage in their learning; where School values are embraced; where mutual and self-respect is paramount; where community and global citizenship is fostered and where excellence in every endeavour is sought and celebrated.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY

At Rockhampton Girls Grammar School, we have an unwavering dedication to educate and nurture influential young women who contribute passionately and confidently to our diverse and ever-changing society.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to empower and inspire confidence in young women to create and embrace every opportunity.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to foster a connected community that develops clever and confident young women.

OUR VALUES

Staff and students are expected to display the following behaviours that are at the core of our School:

• Connection - We foster meaningful relationships that create a strong, supportive community among students, staff, families, and alumni.
• Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty, respect, and accountability, ensuring our actions align with our words.
• Confidence – We empower our students to believe in their abilities, embrace challenges, and lead with courage in all aspects of life.
• Curiosity - We inspire a lifelong love of learning, encouraging our students to ask questions, explore ideas, and seek solutions.
• Traditions – We honour the rich heritage of our school, embracing the values and practices that shape our unique identity.

OUR MOTTO

Non Scholae Sed Vitae - Not only for school but for life we are learning.

THE ROLE

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is seeking an Indigenous Liaison Officer (ILO) to become a part of our team, for an immediate start in a Fixed Term Contract to 11 December 2026.

• 9.54am – 6.00pm preferred Monday to Friday
• Flexibility will be required to work some weekends

• Immediate start
• Fixed Term Contract to 12 December 2026
• Full Time
• 76 hours per fortnight
• Non Term Time position however additional hours can be worked term time to bank for school holiday periods
• Salary scale to be determined by experience and qualifications

This is an identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an identified position be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person as permitted by and arguable under section 25 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

Applicants are encouraged to submit applications now.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Indigenous Liaison Officer plays a major role in the leadership of learning and support for our Girls Grammar Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The role of the Indigenous Liaison Officer is to help promote a positive and strong sense of identity, belonging, and self-belief and to empower all students to reach their potential. Rockhampton Girls Grammar School holds strong values in respecting and honouring our students’ cultural heritage. It is the role of the Indigenous Liaison Officer to continue to embed these values across the Girls Grammar School community.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS

LEADERSHIP

The Indigenous Liaison Officer must exercise effective leadership in the provision of student learning, cultural appropriateness, and engagement across the school. The Indigenous Liaison Officer will play a key role in communicating and liaising with local indigenous, communities and agencies to increase and maintain student engagement and outcomes for Girls Grammar indigenous students. The position has a strong cultural focus that extends to advice and action on broad issues, including the enrichment of cultural awareness within the school community.

The Indigenous Liaison Officer will be required to develop, promote and maintain communication networks between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, their parents or guardians, the community and the school. The Indigenous Liaison Officer provides knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, languages and cultures within the community. This understanding promotes a culture of respect, harmony and lifelong learning. The Indigenous Liaison Officer will conduct their role in collaboration with school staff including the Deputy Principal- Students, Deputy Principal - Studies and Principal and will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties as requested.

CURRICULUM LEADERSHIP

The Indigenous Liaison Officer’s core responsibility is to provide curriculum support by:

• developing programs to support the engagement and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students encompassing their beliefs, languages, culture, identity and histories;
• supporting in the development of the Rockhampton Girls Grammar Schools reconciliation plan;
• using data, including information provided by families, to identify students with learning needs and working collaboratively with staff and families to ensure each individual student’s educational outcomes are optimised;
• oversee and Line Manage Academic Tutors and Indigenous Teacher Aides to support the learning needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students;
• consulting with family, caregivers and external support agencies (CYLP), students and staff to implement and monitor learning and behaviour plans; and
• providing encouragement and support to students to engage with curriculum and assessment.

COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

The Indigenous Liaison Officer will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students prepare for their travel between school and community.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Travel to and from communities to support students or promote Rockhampton Girls Grammar School during school holiday periods when required.
• Promote and encourage an understanding of community that celebrates diversity and acknowledges the strengths of each individual.
• Develop networks with support agencies and other educational organisations to assist Rockhampton Girls Grammar School meet the holistic needs of Indigenous learners (education, health, justice, family support etc).
• Identify and deliver professional development opportunities for staff to support the development of culturally-appropriate curriculum and school-wide practices.
• Assist in planning and providing opportunities to enrich cultural awareness across the School Community.
• Collaborate with families to identify and engage with support networks in response to identified needs.
• Support students and families to navigate Girls Grammar information systems.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP

The Indigenous Liaison Officer’s core responsibility is to provide leadership to students by:

• monitoring the wellbeing and pastoral needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and liaising with the Deputy Principal - Students to make recommendations for individuals and groups;
• attending meetings as a trusted support when required with students and relevant staff;
• developing strategies to enhance students’ social, interpersonal and communication skills;
• providing expertise and advocacy for the developmental and learning needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students;
• collaborating with the Head of Boarding and boarding supervisors in developing a structured induction and mentoring program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students as they transition to boarding at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School.
• supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families in school processes to increase participation in co-curricular activities and other educational initiatives;
• developing programs and building connections between families and Rockhampton Girls Grammar School staff with the aim of increasing family engagement and student learning outcomes;
• supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boarding students during appointments with external service providers as requested/required; and
• assisting with the booking of appointments for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boarding students as requested/required.

EXPECTED KNOWLEDGE, ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES

• Highly developed organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in information technology including Microsoft Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptionally high levels of confidentiality and discretion.
• Understanding of and the ability to comply with legislation and professional regulations.
• High level of literacy skills, both written and verbal to meet necessary standards with respect. to clarity, accuracy and professionalism appropriate to the position.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks with competing timelines.
• Willingness to take responsibility for own work.
• Creation and maintaining of timely and accurate student notes and records.
• Ability to develop positive relationships and work collaboratively as part of a whole school team.
• Experience with understanding trauma informed practices is beneficial.
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills necessary for positive and effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to operate in teams and develop professional networks.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

The successful application is required to:

• identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person;
• have a proven capacity to build relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities;
• have completed cultural competency or awareness training related to Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories;
• hold a Certificate III in Education Support or similar qualification, or equivalent experience in a school or educational setting;
• possess a current Blue Card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian;
• hold a current Drivers Licence; and
• provide a current police check to meet school and community safety requirements.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To be considered for the Indigenous Liaison Officer (ILO) position please submit a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume via Seek in PDF format.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Rockhampton Girls Grammar School reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For further information contact the Human Resource Officer, Emily Conrad on (07) 49 300 967 or by emailing [email protected].

The Role Description is available on the school website - please see the link below to copy into your web browser.

https://www.rggs.qld.edu.au/employment