<p><b>Role Description</b> </p><p>Parade College is a member of the national body of Catholic schools known as Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA). The College aims to help young men grow into well rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all endeavours. </p><p>As a long-standing Catholic school for boys in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College strives to be a learning community that offers best practice education and pastoral care to its students to foster fullness of life and holistic growth for all. </p><p>The Student Support Services (SSS) Team provides assistance to students with diverse learning needs; this includes support for students with additional needs and highly able students. In addition, the SSS team provides targeted assistance to students with disabilities, students with Refugee Status, students from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and Indigenous students. </p><p> </p><p>The Indigenous Education Officer is responsible for providing Indigenous students with the necessary support to enable them to successfully complete secondary school. In addition, the Indigenous Education Officer is responsible for guiding the development of culturally safe learning environments and increasing the College community’s knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of Indigenous cultures. <br /></p><p>The successful candidate for the position will commence 28 January 2022. This is a one year fixed term part-time (FTE negotiable) position.</p><p> <b>Special Requirements</b> </p><p>We are seeking to appoint a highly-motivated individual with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with relevant experience and qualifications. </p><p> It is expected that the successful applicant will have: </p><ul><li> demonstrated the capacity to establish trusting relationships with Indigenous young people </li><li>negotiation and advocacy skills would be an advantage, especially as the position requires liaison between students, parents / guardians and colleagues. </li><li>A commitment to child safety is essential, to be considered for this position with candidates currently possessing, or willingness to obtain, a Working with Children Check. </li></ul><p>All Staff are expected to support and participate in the faith life of the College including commitment to the College Mission, ethos, and participate in ongoing professional development and learning.</p><p><b>Applications </b></p><p>Please visit our website for full details, including the position description and the required application form, under School - Employment: https://www.parade.vic.edu.au/school/employment. </p><p>In preparing an application, please read the advertisement and position description carefully to ensure that you can demonstrate your ability to meet the position requirements and have a good understanding of the role. </p><p>Applications must include: </p><ul><li>a <b>covering letter </b></li><li>a separate statement addressing the <b>Key Selection Criteria</b> addressing your skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the role </li><li>a current <b>Curriculum Vitae</b>; together with </li><li>a completed <b>Application for School Officer form</b> available on the College website. </li></ul><p>Applications should be emailed to <i>hr&#64;parade.vic.edu.au</i>, addressed to the Principal. </p><p>Applications close:<b> Monday 13 December at 4pm. </b></p><p><i>Parade College acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. </i></p><p><i>This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</i></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b> </b></p><p> </p><p> </p>