About this opportunity
The Smith Family is a children’s education charity that helps young Australians experiencing disadvantage to create better futures for themselves through harnessing the power of education. As we celebrate our Centenary, it’s an exciting time to be joining our family!
The Smith Family is currently seeking Coordinators to run our after-school Learning Clubs at schools in Darwin and Palmerston. Learning Clubs are designed to support students with their schooling through fun activities that promote literacy, numeracy, teamwork and life skills.
About our role
You will be responsible for:
- Planning, implementing and facilitating weekly sessions during school terms, in partnership with TSF staff
- Managing the safety and wellbeing of the students and volunteers in Learning Club
- Coordinating and supervising volunteer tutors
- Ensuring supply and maintenance of Learning Club resources
- Collecting weekly attendance data and semester evaluations
- Providing TSF staff with regular updates on matters relating to Learning Club including volunteer staffing and student engagement
About you
Whilst no formal qualifications are required, we are looking for someone who has:
- Experience working with children and volunteers
- Demonstrated commitment to learning, developing skills and sharing knowledge
- An interest in creative arts
- Knowledge of issues affecting students leaving disadvantage
- Good English communication skills (both written and oral)
- Ability to obtain a Working with Children Card (Ochre Card) through SAFENT, and National Police Check (through The Smith Family)
About our culture
The Smith Family has employees at the centre of its values and operations. We nurture a supportive and inclusive culture that enables people to achieve personal and professional goals, through collaboration and innovation. With a proven work-life balance, wellbeing and health are our top priorities. Enjoy many other benefits, such as tax concessions and flexible working arrangements.
If you are passionate about what you do, committed to make a difference and this sounds like your next role, please click apply, we’d love to hear from you. You may view the position description here. If you have any questions, please contact Meredith Saunders, Regional Programs Manager at meredith.saunders@thesmithfamily.com.au
Closing date: 31 January 2023
Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children’s Check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
The Smith Family is obligated to comply with Federal, State and Territory Government Rules and Health Orders. For roles that fall under Health Orders, to be eligible applicants will either need to provide proof of Vaccination or a Medical exemption.
