At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Aboriginal children transitioning to school and engage with families and educators.
- Company: Join Bubup Wilam, a culturally safe Aboriginal community organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, generous leave, health programs, and salary packaging options.
- Other info: Passionate team focused on social justice and community empowerment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal children and their families.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Education or Early Childhood, plus Working with Children Check.
The predicted salary is between 44.99 - 44.99 $ per hour.
Bubup Wilam Aboriginal Child and Family Centre is an Aboriginal community controlled, culturally safe organisation that operates under a family centred model of care. Working with Bubup Wilam offers a unique opportunity to join an organisation that is leading the way in teaching Aboriginal children, supporting strong identity, and working alongside families and community to create positive outcomes.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Transition to School Coordinator who brings energy, responsiveness and collaboration to our multi-skilled team. This role and program seek to assist teachers to understand children through an Aboriginal strength-based lens to ensure that they are engaging in the school community and curriculum. The program engages with the community as children are transitioning from kindergarten to school and maintains the connection up to 8 years of age.
If you are looking to join a team that operates an integrated inclusive model and to work closely with children, families, Early Years educators and the broader Community Health Team which includes allied health therapists, go no further! You will have the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the wellbeing of the Victorian Aboriginal community.
We are looking for an applicant with a passionate commitment to the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal community control in Early Years. The applicant must have a strong commitment to social justice and advancing the rights of Aboriginal People’s self-determination.
Bubup Wilam operates a Christmas closedown period, up to 4 gifted days of leave (NAIDOC day, plus 3 days over the Christmas shutdown period), EAP, salary packaging is available including discounted membership at TRAC, health and wellbeing program, and RDOs for full-time staff.
The role
- Location: Thomastown, Victoria
- Qualification: Preferred: Bachelor of Education (Primary) / Bachelor Early Child Education, Cert IV in Education Support (min). Working with Children Check, Driver's License required to conduct school visits
- Employment: Full time preferred
- Award: Children’s Services Award 2010. Level 6 + ECEC 15%
- Aboriginal people are highly encouraged to apply.
- Salary: $40 - $44.99 per hour
- Applications close: 12:59 PM GMT, 3rd Nov 2026
Transition to School Coordinator in Melbourne employer: Bubup Wilam
Bubup Wilam offers a unique opportunity to work in a culturally safe environment that supports Aboriginal identity and personal self-esteem. Employees benefit from a collaborative team atmosphere, professional development through their own curriculum, and various health and wellbeing programs. The organization is committed to creating positive outcomes for Aboriginal children and families, making it an attractive employer for those passionate about community impact.
