Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.

In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

Your New Role

The Aboriginal School and Community Worker role exists to support Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) and works with school communities to provide a welcoming and safe place for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and their children.

As the schools are located in Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta country, and in accordance with tradition, the term Aboriginal will be used to refer to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, parents and carers.

Aboriginal School and Community Workers will engage in opportunities which support the learning, pastoral and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal students, their families and community. Communication with Aboriginal families, school personnel and forming partnerships with local Aboriginal organisations and Elders is essential.

Link to Position Description

Work Schedule

Exact Days TBC

St Patrick's Coleambally - 7 hours

Sacred Heart Tocumwal - 7 hours

St Joseph's Jerilderie - 7 hours

St Joseph's Finley - 7 hours

What We Can Offer

Permanent, Part-Time Position

Commencing ASAP

28 Hours / Fortnight

Discounted Bupa Health insurance

Salary Packaging through Maxxia

Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology

Salary: Level 5A $45.65 per hour - Averaged (term-time only)

Essential Criteria

Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and be able to engage and connect with Aboriginal Elders and local community organisations

Supportive of the purpose, vision and values of Catholic Education

The ability to work independently, supportively and collaboratively with all community members

Effective communication skills in a variety of settings

Current NSW Drivers Licence

NSW Working with Children Check

Successful Candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check

Accreditation for Support Staff in a Catholic School (Category A, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or willing to achieve.

Applications & Enquiries

If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Catherine Banks 0414 859 070 [email protected] or Aunty Mary Atkinson 0409 078 574 [email protected]

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the essential requirements via email.

If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.

All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team.

Applications close Friday 25th July 2025

CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.

CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.