Boarding AIEF Liaison

Seymour College is a leading independent girls' school with an established reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to helping students flourish. Our vision is to foster young women of strength, optimism and justice. Our aim is to inspire within each student a passion for life-long learning, a celebration of community and a quest for personal excellence.

Closing date January 28, 2025
LocationGlen Osmond SA, Australia
Type Part-Time
Status Contract
Contact Sarah Davidson
08 8303 9000
peopleandculture@seymour.sa.edu.au

About this job

The successful candidate will work 8 hours per week (0.17 FTE) for 38 weeks of the year across this 12-month contract.

As the Boarding AIEF Liaison, you will:

  • Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and culturally safe environment for AIEF boarders.
  • Establish trusted relationships with students and their families to ensure open communication and support.
  • Assist with the transition and integration of new AIEF students into boarding life.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation using school systems.
  • Plan and participate in events and activities in consultation with the Indigenous Engagement Coordinator and Director of Boarding.

About You:
To thrive in this role, you will have:

  • Experience working with Aboriginal children and a commitment to fostering culturally safe environments.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with students, families, and colleagues.
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills.
  • The ability to adapt and respond to evolving needs with initiative and enthusiasm.

Seymour College provides staff with a supportive and dynamic working environment, opportunities for professional development and the capacity to make a valuable and meaningful contribution to the operation of the College.

How to Apply:

Please apply through the Seymour College Careers page or Seek.

Applications for this position close 28 January 2025. Please provide the following addressed to Ms Vanessa Browning, Principal:

  • Resume
  • Covering letter responding to the key areas of responsibility
  • Contact details of 3 referees  

For further details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role, please refer to the Position Description and the Candidate Information Pack. To learn more about Seymour College please visit our website https://www.seymour.sa.edu.auThe College reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the closing date. 

To discuss this role please contact Sarah Davidson, People and Culture Administrator on 08 8303 9043.

Information provided by applicants will be subject to the Seymour College Privacy Policy which is available to view on the College website. Seymour College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through the prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect. All candidates for roles at the College are subject to thorough screening and assessment to determine suitability and support of child safety. All employees, volunteers and visitors are expected to model and encourage behaviour that upholds the dignity and protection of students from harm. In applying for this role, you are asserting the accuracy and integrity of your application, including the complete disclosure of any matter that may be inconsistent with the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, or bring the College into disrepute.