About Us

At Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand, we’re driven by a bold vision: for all women, girls, and families to be safe, well, strong, and connected. We’re a values-led organisation committed to social justice, inclusion, and community wellbeing.

Our Robots in Residence program brings STEM to life in classrooms across Australia—empowering students with hands-on robotics and coding experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and capability.

About the Role

As a Program Facilitator, you’ll lead the delivery of our exciting Robots in Residence program in partner schools. You’ll work with volunteers and teachers to create engaging, inquiry-based STEM learning experiences using robotics kits and coding tools.

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering weekly robotics and coding sessions onsite at schools

Training and supporting volunteers to engage effectively with students

Collaborating with teachers to create interactive, hands-on lessons

Contributing to program evaluation and reporting

About You

You’re passionate about education, STEM, and making a difference. You thrive in dynamic environments and love working with diverse communities.

You bring:

Strong facilitation and communication skills

A tertiary qualification or relevant experience in education, science, or engineering

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Experience working with students and volunteers

Flexibility to travel to school sites as needed

Bonus points for:

Experience with robotics or coding

Knowledge of school curricula and education policy

Experience in the non-profit sector

Why Join Good Shepherd?

Be part of a values-driven organisation committed to equity and social justice

Access salary packaging to boost your take-home pay

Enjoy a supportive team culture with regular supervision and professional development

Make a real impact in the lives of children and young people

Additional Requirements

Current Police Check and Employee Working with Children Check

Proof of right to work in Australia

Commitment to GSANZ’s child-safe and inclusive workplace policies

Ready to Help Students Thrive?

Click Apply Now to submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role. Applications are being progressed as received, so don't delay!

For a copy of the position description or to arrange a confidential discussion, contact us at [email protected]

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