50D Identified Role – Female Aboriginal Educator

This is a 50D Identified Role – Female Aboriginal Educator

Location: Northbridge, WA

Organisation: Sexual Health Quarters (SHQ)

Employment Type: Part-time (Term Time ONLY)

Are you passionate about supporting young Aboriginal people to grow strong in themselves, their relationships, and their choices?

SHQ is seeking a Female Aboriginal Educator to join our team in a part-time, term-time only role. This is a 50D identified position, open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women only, in accordance with Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

The Role

You work as a member of the Education and Development team, taking a key role in promoting the sexual health and wellbeing of Aboriginal peoples. (‘Aboriginal peoples’ is used here to include Torres Strait Islander people). Comprehensive training will be provided to develop your sexual health education skills.

SHQ is seeking expressions of interest from Aboriginal community members to join our team of Aboriginal Educators. This is a unique opportunity to deliver a culturally respectful, strengths-based education program that supports young people aged 10–15 to build resilience, healthy relationships, and informed choices about their sexual health and wellbeing.

About the Aboriginal Educator

Mooditj is a comprehensive relationships and sexual health education program developed by SHQ in collaboration with Aboriginal people across Western Australia over the past 20 years. It is designed to be delivered by local community members working in pairs, with at least one Aboriginal facilitator.

The program includes three parts:

• Mooditj Me – Building strong identity, emotional wellbeing, and pride in culture.

• Mooditj Mates – Developing respectful friendships and communication skills.

• Mooditj More than Mates – Exploring healthy intimate relationships and sexual health.

Your Role as an Aboriginal Educator

As an Aboriginal Educator, you will:

• Co-facilitate engaging, culturally safe sessions with young people.

• Build trust and connection with participants, schools, and community partners.

• Support young people to explore identity, relationships, and wellbeing in a positive and empowering way.

• Promote pride in culture and respectful decision-making.

• Travel is required frequently, both Regionally and Nationally.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome expressions of interest from Aboriginal people who:

• Have experience working with young people (e.g. in education, youth work, health, or community services).

• Are comfortable / confident talking about relationships, feelings, puberty, and sexual health in a culturally appropriate way.

• Are passionate about empowering young people and strengthening communities.

• Are comfortable working in a team and co-facilitating group sessions.

Comprehensive Training in the Mooditj Leader Program will be provided.

Why Join SHQ?

• Be part of a supportive, values-driven organisation.

• Receive comprehensive training and ongoing support.

• Flexible work arrangements to suit your availability.

• Make a real impact in the lives of young people and your community.

What we can offer you 

• Part-time (Term Time ONLY)

• 30 hours per week

• A vibrant, supportive, and friendly working environment 

• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading 

• Generous Salary Packaging options 

• SHQ Internal Holidays at Christmas 

• Excellent learning and development opportunities 

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your expression of interest, including a cover letter and resume, to izza.pagala@shq.org.au by 25 JULY 2025 COB.

For a confidential discussion about the role and more details please call Izza Pagala (People & Culture Advisor) on 08 9227 6177 or to receive the full job description, please email HR@SHQ.org.au

We encourage ALL genders, ages and sexual orientation to apply.

We actively encourage Aboriginal people, people with disability and individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

SHQ embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity.

Please take the time to read our Diversity statement by copying and pasting this link https://shq.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Position-statement-Diversity-2023.pdf