<p>St John the Apostle Catholic Primary School is located in Tarneit and our vision states:</p> <p><i><b>Through the guidance of God, we at St John the Apostle aspire to create a positive culture, where all members of our community are welcomed, valued and empowered to contribute and succeed.</b></i></p> <p>We are currently seeking a Learning Support Officer who is able to commence Term 1, 2024.&nbsp; Successful applicants will work with students in a range of settings, including individually, in small groups and within learning centres.&nbsp;</p> <p>Our Learning Support Officers&nbsp;work in partnership with teachers and the Learning Diversity Leader, to implement the adjustments outlined for students in their Personalised Learning&nbsp;Plans (PLPs).&nbsp;</p> <p>Learning Support Officers at St John's assist students in their academic, behavioural, personal care, physical care, or social emotional needs throughout the school day.</p> <p>In line with NCCD requirements support staff maintain notes and record student progress and other duties as directed by the Principal or Learning Diversity Leader.<b> </b></p> <p><b>Applicants should be able to demonstrate:</b></p> <ul> <li>A commitment to the ethos of Catholic Education</li> <li>A commitment to the safety and wellbeing of the students</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li> <li>The ability to work as part of a team and a willingness to be flexible</li> <li>The capacity to build positive relationships&nbsp;</li> <li>The ability to differentiate practices and approaches to cater for individual learning&nbsp;</li> <li>Be self-motivated and able to work independently if necessary</li> </ul> <p>Our community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</p> <p><b>Special Requirements </b></p> <p>The successful applicant should have:</p> <ul> <li>Current Working With Children Check</li> <li>Current Police Check</li> <li>Child Safety - be familiar with and comply with the schools child safe policy and code of conduct and any other policies and procedures relating to child safety.</li> <li>Certificate IV in Education Support preferred but not essential</li> </ul> <p><b>Application Procedures </b></p> <ol> <li>Read the school Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct</li> <li>Email Covering Letter, Curriculum Vitae and contact details of 2 Referees to the Principal, Mr Simon Dundon: <i><a href="mailto:principal@stjatarneit.catholic.edu.au?subject=Learning%20Support%20Officer%20%281.0%29%20Fixed%20Term%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">principal@stjatarneit.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</i></li> </ol> <p><br></p>