Full-time, part-time and casual positions available for immediate start

• Unique and holistic and supportive academy environment
• Djarragun College is a registered PBI allowing tax savings through salary packaging.
• Balanced roster during school term time (weekend and evening work involved), with annualised hours for paid leave during school holidays

We seek suitably qualified and experienced people to join our residential team, working after-school hours with our students in our boarding programs. The role/s will support the operation of the residential experience for students. The positions are aligned with the College’s commitment to the CARE Framework developed by Cornell University. These roles are involved in academic, wellbeing and residential care of our students.

CARE Educators report to residential leaders and are integral members of the team. They work closely with the teachers, students, families and staff and are responsible for providing an outstanding educational, recreational and living experience for students as boarders. We need our new staff members to:

• have a commitment to work with our young people to create opportunities for building self-efficacy and self-confidence.
• be prepared to adjust expectations to meet our students’ developmental levels and who have unconditional positive regard for our students.
• hold firmly, in values and their practice, family and cultural inclusion including connections with and across the campuses.
• are able to work across the spectrum of academic, wellbeing and residential, noting that the rostering will involve work on weekends and after school hours.

Applicants must have the following:

• Current Blue Card (for paid employment) is essential
• Qualification and/or experience relevant to this role - the higher salary is dependent upon the candidate holding relevant qualifications (not essential).
• Ability to be physically active and mobile around the campus and with the students for activities.
• Sound literacy and numeracy levels to assist students with their academic learning.
• Senior First Aid and Defibrillation (CPR) or willingness to obtain upon commencement in the role.
• An open driver’s licence is essential, with a HR or MR endorsement being desirable (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to earn a Bronze Medallion
• The ability to provide pastoral and education support to students in care
• Experience working with Indigenous people and appreciation of First Nation cultures.

If you think you have the potential to become a valuable member of our team, we'd like to hear from you!

Applications are to be made through SEEK.

Please include:

• A current CV
• Names of two (2) professional referees. At least one of the referees should ideally be your most recent employer and be a line manager/supervisor (unless there is a valid reason otherwise).
• A letter of application detailing how your previous experience would enable you to meet the requirements of the role