Languages & Cultures, PEO
- Temporary full-time appointment for a period of up to 15 October 2028
- Location: Parramatta
About the Department of Education
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We’re proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.
We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.
About the Office of the Secretary division
The office supports the work of the Secretary and manages key stakeholder relationships to help deliver the department’s strategic objectives. Specifically, the directorates in the Office of the Secretary:
- provide secretariat support for Executive
- support ministerial offices and coordinate responses to Cabinet and cross-government business
- lead communications, media and correspondence, helping to share outcomes from across the Education portfolio
- ensure equitable access to culturally responsive education for Aboriginal students
- empower NSW public school leaders with world-class leadership development programs and resources
- deliver on Connected Communities, a strategy co-constructed with the NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group, to improve outcomes for Aboriginal students and those in complex communities.
About the position
This role manages the statewide development and implementation of Aboriginal languages and culture programs and initiatives in schools. The role also focuses on the development and implementation of the NSW Language and Culture Nest initiative.
This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.
For further information about this position, including the statement of duties, please review the position description.
Please be advised: The Department may direct you to undertake classroom teaching and lesson preparation as required.
For current NSW public school based employees or employees who hold right of return to a NSW public school, please confirm in the pre-screening questions that you have discussed this opportunity with your direct supervisor/principal and that they are willing to release you for the required period.
How to apply
To apply you will be required to address the selection criteria in relation to the Statement of Duties for the position in your application.
- Please attach one document (in Word or PDF format) addressing each selection criteria for the position you are applying for, with a maximum of 300 words per criteria.
- Update your work profile details directly on the iWorkforNSW platform and/or attach a CV/ Resume
- A cover letter is not required
Please be advised that it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online. No paper based, email based, or late applications will be accepted.
For all enquiries please contact: Tanya Neal, Director, CTG and Aboriginal Languages via email [email protected]
Closing date: 17 August 2025 at 11:59pm.
Please Note:
For permanent teachers in a NSW public school taking up a non-school based temporary appointment, the right of return to their substantive position is for up to 3 years.
If you currently hold a temporary NSBTS role, please refer to Advice for current NSBTS considering applying for other positions during their temporary NSBTS appointment.
Existing internal employees are encouraged to refer to the vacation guide for teachers taking up a temporary Non-School Based Teaching Service position.
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check. For more information, click here
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
E-list: If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an E-list may be created from which these suitable candidates may be chosen and directly offered employment in other similar roles that may become available in the future.
