Aboriginal Learning Engagement Officer, Corrections
Federation University of Australia- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 15-Sep-2024
- provide one-on-one and group tutoring to enhance learners' language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy skills
- plan, prepare, deliver and assess training programs in accordance with training packages and/or course requirements
- utilise culturally appropriate teaching methods and materials to engage learners effectively
- support learners in developing skills required for successful participation in vocational training and education programs
- demonstrated current vocational skills and knowledge in the areas of language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy
- ability in designing and delivering culturally appropriate content
- ability to effectively utilise online learning platforms and technologies
- communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to negotiate and provide guidance and mentoring
- knowledge and understanding of the current issues influencing the VET sector
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or a diploma or higher level qualification in adult education
- valid Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- part-time (0.75), continuing appointment in the Grampians Region
- part-time (0.75), continuing appointment in the Barwon Southwest Region
- commitment to respond to every applicant through The Circle Back Initiative program
- Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People can apply.
- Applicants are required to submit a resume and a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages.
Job Title: Aboriginal Learning Engagement Officer, Corrections
Location: Ballarat, Victoria
Time Type: Part time
Posted On: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: JR100407
Provide students with the skills they need to succeed in their future careers.
- Federation TAFE – Grampians and Barwon Southwest Regions
- 1x part-time (0.75), continuing appointment in the Grampians Region
- 1x part-time (0.75), continuing appointment in the Barwon Southwest Region
- L1.1 to L3.4 range $80,105 - $113,575 p.a. depending on qualifications and experience (pro-rata) plus 11.5% superannuation
- Position closing date: 15/09/2024
Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make a difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.
With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.
In accordance with the University’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ Workforce Strategy, Policy and Procedure; and under Special Measures Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010; the University has designated this position as a targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ position. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People can apply.
About the Role:
You will provide targeted educational support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners within correctional facilities in the Grampians and Barwon Southwest region focusing on developing language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy skills across various programs.
You will:
- provide one-on-one and group tutoring to enhance learners' language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy skills;
- plan, prepare, deliver and assess training programs in accordance with training packages and/or course requirements;
- utilise culturally appropriate teaching methods and materials to engage learners effectively; and
- support learners in developing skills required for successful participation in vocational training and education programs.
About You:
You will have demonstrated current vocational skills and knowledge in the areas of language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy with the ability to apply this knowledge to effectively support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander learners in a correctional setting.
You will possess demonstrated:
- ability in designing and delivering culturally appropriate content;
- ability to effectively utilise online learning platforms and technologies;
- communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to negotiate and provide guidance and mentoring; and
- knowledge and understanding of the current issues influencing the VET sector.
It is a requirement of this position that you hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or a diploma or higher level qualification in adult education.
All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
Applicants are required to submit a resume and a suitability statement not to exceed two pages.
Federation University is committed to The Circle Back Initiative program, whereby we will respond to every applicant.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please email the Recruitment team or phone 03 5327 9756. Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job-specific inquiries.
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