At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging Gamilaraay language lessons and support community language revitalisation.
- Company: Winanga-Li Language Hub, a dynamic not-for-profit organisation.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, extra leave days, generous uniform allowance, and professional development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while preserving Gamilaraay culture.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a passion for learning and community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Are you passionate about the revitalisation of the Gamilaraay language and culture? Do you enjoy engaging and collaborating with community stakeholders? Do you want to work for an organisation that has very favourable staff benefits, such as access to salary packaging, extra leave days at Christmas, and a generous uniform allowance? If you answer yes to those questions, you may be the person we are looking for to join our team of facilitators working to support the Gamilaraay language to Aboriginal children and students.
About us: Winanga-Li Aboriginal Child and Family Centre (Winanga-Li) is a dynamic, not-for-profit, for-purpose organisation grounded in the cultural strength and leadership of the Aboriginal community. At the heart of everything we do is our name: Winanga-Li, from our Gamilaraay language, meaning “hear, listen, know, remember.” This speaks to our deep commitment to cultural knowledge, community voice, and intergenerational wellbeing. Winanga-Li provides a broad and integrated range of services, including early childhood education and care, out-of-home care, family support and community development initiatives. We walk alongside families to build strong foundations, empower community-led solutions, and support children to grow up safe, strong, and proud in their culture. Strong children, strong families, strong communities.
About the Role: Winanga-Li Language Hub is seeking passionate and community-connected Gamilaraay Language Facilitators to support language revitalisation across early childhood, schools, and community settings in Tamworth and Gunnedah including surrounding areas. No prior experience is required. Full training and mentoring will be provided. We are actively building a pathway of local Aboriginal practitioners into confident Gamilaraay language teachers within their own communities. This approach prioritises the employment of local Aboriginal people, strengthening community leadership, cultural knowledge, and long-term language sustainability. It is a workforce development model that supports people to grow from practitioners into qualified and confident language teachers through structured mentoring, on-the-job training, and professional development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver language lessons in early childhood, schools, and the community
- Begin in preschools and progress to Stage 6 delivery
- Work with educators to embed language in routines
- Engage families and community stakeholders
- Support resource development and podcast integration
- Assess and monitor the language development progress of individual children, providing feedback to parents and caregivers as necessary
- Maintain accurate records of lesson plans, assessments, and child progress to track learning outcomes
Training Pathway: No experience required. On-the-job training is provided, mentoring, and progression to advanced study opportunities, including university pathways.
Selection Criteria:
- Aboriginal identified position
- Strong community connection
- Willingness to learn Gamilaraay language
- Strong communication skills
- Commitment to working with children and families
Requirements:
- Working With Children Check
- National Criminal Record Check
- NSW Driver Licence
Gamilaraay Language Facilitator in Tamworth employer: Winanga-Li ACFC
Winanga-li ACFC is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and culturally rich environment for Aboriginal families in the Tamworth, Gunnedah, and Narrabri regions. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and community engagement, we offer unique opportunities for professional development while promoting a collaborative work culture that values diversity and connection to culture and language. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, where your contributions are truly valued.
