Join CESL as an Aboriginal Education Officer and play a pivotal role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, fostering cultural safety, and promoting educational success.

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Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL) is seeking an Aboriginal Education Officer to join our Aboriginal Education. This is an exciting, fixed term opportunity reporting to the Aboriginal Lead.

The Position

• Title: Aboriginal Education Officer
• Classification: (CEMEA 2022) Education Officer
• FTE / Hours per fortnight: 1.0 / 76 hours per fortnight
• Employment Status: Fixed Term (End Date: 4 June 2027)
• Location: Bendigo, Tatura, Wangaratta
• Other Requirements: VIT/WWCC, Driver’s License
• Potential start date: 8 June 2026

About The CESL Office

The CESL Office Team comprises of close to 150 employees working across 7 key functional areas, supporting over 50 schools and early childhood centres within the Sandhurst Diocese. We are a supportive and friendly team who are committed to working collaboratively with our schools to achieve the best outcomes possible for our students. With office locations in Bendigo, Wangaratta and Tatura.

About You

• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and cultures.
• Cultural awareness to engage CESL schools, school communities to build strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and their communities
• Be formed and informed so as to incorporate the Aboriginal perspective respectfully and accurately across the curriculum as outlined in the Victorian Curriculum.
• Ability to support and advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners, their families and school initiatives

What We Offer You

• Flexible and Hybrid working options
• Competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
• An opportunity to work from Bendigo, Wangaratta, or Tatura.
• Generous leave provisions for more quality time with family.
• Competitive remuneration plus superannuation.
• Salary packaging options available.
• Provision of a motor vehicle.
• Dedicated support and a collaborative, supportive team.
• Career progression and growth opportunities.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. 

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. 

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

Adhering and complying to CESL’s child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture.

All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst - Child Safeguarding information prior to submitting their application.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.  

Applications Close: 22 May 2026 @ 5pm

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.  

If you are interested in learning more about CESL or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.