Parliamentary Educators facilitate learning activities for students, teachers and others who attend the Education Centre and virtually through the Parliamentary Education Office’s videoconference program. The learning activities are designed to assist young Australians to understand the work of the House of Representatives, the Senate and their committees using role-play techniques and other educational activities.
The occupant of this position also contributes to the development of the Parliamentary Education Office’s resources, acting as team members, to design, implement, and evaluate new and existing resources. The Parliamentary Educator provides support in the development and facilitation of special, one-off education programs, often in collaboration with schools, members of parliament and other relevant organisations.
This position also requires the occupant to gain and maintain a ‘general’ registration with the Australian Capital Territory Government in accordance with the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011. The occupant must also carry the registration card at all times when participating in a regulated activity (i.e. delivering education services to children).
This is a casual position that requires the employee to work on an “as required” basis and, to typically assist with PEO teaching requirements on a given day, or over a period of time.
To apply, you are asked to provide a statement of claims of no more than 400 words, detailing your suitability to perform the duties of the position.
We recognise that diversity strengthens our department and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that values the contribution of people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from First Nations people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and mature aged people.
How to apply:
For additional information regarding this recruitment process please contact the Human Resource Management section on 02 6277 5924 or email us at HRM.Sen@aph.gov.au.