Education Support Officer jobs in Canberra ACT

Closes: 05 October 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer 6
Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation
Position No: 41833
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 28 September 2026
Contact Officer: Helen Booth on Helen.Booth@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 8427

Details: Education and Care, Regulation and Support (ECRS) Branch is seeking a highly motivated individual with an interest in working with the families of children and young people registered for home education in the ACT.

This position provides support and guidance to new and existing home education families, particularly those with complex needs, to help them understand and meet their legislative responsibilities. The role involves regular engagement with home educating families and a range of community stakeholders, requiring strong communication and relationship management skills.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• Knowledge of the Education Act 2004 (The Act) is desirable.
• Experience in developing educational programs and stakeholder engagement is critical for this position.

This position requires:

• The ability to be approved and operate as an Authorised person under the Act.
• Current registration under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background checking) Act 2011. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra

Note: Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Expressions of Interest are sought from potential candidates and must include:

• A supporting statement of no more than two pages outlining experience and/or ability relative to the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, Behavioural Capabilities and Compliance Requirements/Qualifications as outlined in the Position Description.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Two referee reports

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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