Make a real impact in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health. We’re looking for a passionate Senior Educator to lead training, support workforce development, and strengthen culturally safe care across our Health Service. In this role, you’ll mentor Health Workers, coordinate education programs, and work closely with community, Elders, and clinical teams to improve health outcomes. Based in Bundaberg or Hervey Bay, you’ll help shape a skilled, culturally responsive workforce committed to Closing the Gap. If you’re a strong communicator, culturally grounded, and ready to lead, this is a rewarding opportunity to support your community and drive meaningful change.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity: 

• The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Senior Educator is a lead professional educator who promotes excellence in education and workforce development within a multidisciplinary environment. Focused on supporting new graduate, trainees, and existing employees, the role strengthens the skills, leadership, and career progression of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce (HWF) staff across multiple allocated Hospital and Health Services (HHSs).
• Employed by Wide Bay Hospital Health Service the Senior Educator works in partnership with the Office of the Chief Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce (CATSIHWO) and local stakeholders to plan, develop, and manage ongoing professional development and training. Using innovative approaches, the role integrates learning opportunities that enhance clinical capability, leadership, and compliance, enabling staff to work to their full scope of practice.
• The incumbent to this role will have demonstrated experience as a practicing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner or Health Worker and be recognised for their cultural and clinical expertise within their field and communities. They demonstrate advanced problem-solving skills at both the community and system level and apply their knowledge and leadership across two or more HHS programs/services. With qualifications beyond entry level, they work collaboratively across disciplines to achieve meaningful outcomes and ensure culturally safe, effective practice within multidisciplinary teams.

Under 25s of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $81,040 p.a., comprising salary rates $65.58 - $71.64 p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HWF5) (Permanent Part Time, 38 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2601WB674752

Other benefits include: 

• Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
• Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Flexible work arrangements
• Lower cost of living

Discover Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast  

Bundaberg is where the coastline meets the country, four hours' drive north of Brisbane. It is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. The Fraser Coast is known for its diverse, natural landscapes and laid-back lifestyle. This destination with a difference is home to Fraser Island, incredible whale watching encounters, family-friendly beaches, history and culture.  

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF)
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF)
  
  H2601WB674752 RD (PDF)