First Nations Student Coordinator (Corio Campus)
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Job Summary
- Collaborative and supportive environment
- Cross campus role in vibrant boarding school located on Wadawurrung Wurundjeri and Taungurung lands of the Kulin nation
- Flexibility in the role to include a teaching component for interested teachers
About the role
- Support the pastoral care and learning needs of First Nations students across campuses.
- Lead and develop First Nations programs policies and practices and enhance cultural awareness across campuses.
- Read more about the Schools Indigenous Programme
What you will be doing
- Oversee new student orientation and transition across campuses.
- Work collaboratively with Heads of House House Mentors and broader Teaching Staff to support student pastoral and learning needs.
- Meet regularly with First Nations students facilitating connections within and across year levels.
- Monitor the wellbeing and academic progress of First Nations students.
- Be a point of contact and cultivate and maintain strong connections with families.
- Liaise with Yalari Student Support Officers and Mentors to ensure comprehensive support.
- Organise cultural activities for students.
- Plan and facilitate Reconciliation Week NAIDOC Week events and other related cultural events.
- Work with teachers to support the implementation of First Nations perspectives into the curriculum.
- Work with key stakeholders to implement the Schools Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and lead the current RAP working group and support the chair.
- Undertake and coordinate the administrative functions associated with the First Nations Program including beginning and end of term travel through Abstudy.
- Contribute to the CARE Team and other student-led initiatives in response to the Reconciliation Action Plan.
What we are looking for
- Knowledge and understanding of First Nations communities and cultures.
- Knowledge of learning and wellbeing needs of First Nations students.
- Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support positive outcomes for First Nations students.
- Well-developed organisational skills.
- Exceptional relationship management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Well-developed digital literacy.
What we offer
- Attractive salary and superannuation
- A range of benefits such as access to the Schools Wellbeing Centre and daily lunch during the school term.
About us
Geelong Grammar School is one of the worlds leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12 Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students staff and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing adventure creativity and academic rigour and we value wisdom.
For further details and/or to apply visit the Employment page on our website: to apply
Please submit a resume cover letter and document addressing the key selection criteria detailed in the Success Profile.
Applications close at 10:00am on Thursday 18 June 2026
Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and interviews and offers may occur prior to the closing date.
Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse.
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