Aboriginal Student Support Officer (Bunbury)

South Regional TAFE Aboriginal Student Support Officer Level 2, $79,604
- $85,350 pa,pro rata PSCSAA Position No: 50001384 Work Type: Fixed Term
- Part Time Location: Bunbury Closing Date: 2026-06-12 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) 6 month temporary part-time (0.80 FTE) appointment, with the possibility of further temporary and/or permanent appointment. Aboriginality is considered as a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. Therefore, this role is open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. South Regional TAFE (SRT) is dedicated to delivering a diverse range of nationally recognised programs throughout the Great Southern and South West regions of Western Australia. With a presence spanning 12 campuses from Bunbury to Esperance and from Albany to Narrogin, we offer flexible delivery options, including on-site, online and workplace-based programs. Our commitment is to provide responsive, sustainable and creative training that honours the rich diversity of our community. This significant role ensures the college remains well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of both industry and the broader community. We are an equal opportunity employer and we continually strive to strengthen the diversity and capability of our workforce to reflect the rich diversity of our student community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under), people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and women in non-traditional areas. For more information, visit . About the role This position develops and maintains a supportive relationship with Aboriginal TAFE students providing advice and coordinating Aboriginal services assisting Aboriginal students to develop self-reliance. In addition, providing one on one student mentoring to ensure successful completion of training programs. Work Benefits Our employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- 12% employer superannuation contribution
- Deferred salary scheme – receive 80% salary for four years with the fifth year as a paid sabbatical leave from the workplace
- Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
- Fifteen days personal leave
- Four weeks annual leave and an option to accrue ten additional days extra leave each year
- Flexible working hours
- Paid parental leave – 18 weeks
- Up to Five (5) days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders For Further Job Related Information Please contact Donna Blight, A/Manager Aboriginal Advisory Services on 0417 952 249 or email How to Apply Please refer to the Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application. Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.
- A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
- A brief covering letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the attached JDF Advertised Reference Number: SRG053.26S To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button. If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735. Other Conditions and Eligibility Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card. To be eligible for appointment applicants must have a working visa (for fixed term contract appointments) or permanent residency (for permanent appointments). This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date. SR TAFE has a shutdown period of up to 12 working days over Christmas/New Year. Arrangements for paid leave in advance or leave without pay during the shutdown period will be negotiated with the successful applicant. Please note… The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications close Friday 12 June 2026 at 4:00pm (WST). Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rho88