<p><strong>Location:</strong> Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Mosman<br><strong>Commencement Date:</strong> Term 1, 2024<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> Sunday, 3 December 2023<br><strong>Capacity:</strong> Part-time, 0.6 FTE <br><br><strong>About the school</strong><br><br><a href="https://www.shmosman.catholic.edu.au/">Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Mosman</a> is a systemic K-6 school within the Archdiocese of Sydney. At Sacred Heart, we encourage positive and rewarding relationships which underpin our school pillars of <a href="https://www.shmosman.catholic.edu.au/student-wellbeing">wellbeing</a>, <a href="https://www.shmosman.catholic.edu.au/learning-approach">engagement</a> and <a href="https://www.shmosman.catholic.edu.au/learning-approach/learning-and-achievement">achievement</a>. We are driven to ensure that our children are motivated by a dynamic learning environment, developing as engaged, focused and independent learners.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br><br> The Arrowsmith Program is a cognitive program designed to identify, intervene and strengthen students' weak cognitive capacities underlying their learning difficulties. <br><br><a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/education/learner-diversity#arrowsmith">https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/education/learner-diversity#arrowsmith</a><br><br> The Arrowsmith Program Teacher facilitates the delivery of the Arrowsmith Program within a Catholic school context. The successful candidate will be provided with full Arrowsmith Program training in preparation for taking up their role. <br><br> To be considered for this role, you must have the capacity and proven ability to:</p> <ul> <li>engage positively in professional learning and apply knowledge gained in Arrowsmith Program training to the delivery of program content and processes through effective, content-rich teaching activities</li> <li>plan personalised programs aligned with the Arrowsmith Program to provide for students' varying needs and abilities</li> <li>utilise a variety of appropriate teaching strategies and resources, including technology, to make content meaningful to students</li> <li>work productively and openly with colleagues in reviewing teaching strategies and refining professional knowledge and practice</li> <li>strengthen knowledge of contemporary behaviour management strategies.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br> In joining SCS, you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and almost 73,000 students. <br><br> SCS is recognised for outstanding student achievement, with 9 schools in the top 100 of the HSC rankings and 17 schools placing in the top 150. We focus on enabling a quality preschool to post-school learning journey for every child, supported by a team of dedicated educators and caregivers.<br><br> In addition, we offer:</p> <ul> <li>a competitive salary, and salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>health and wellbeing initiatives and resources</li> <li>ex-gratia leave between Christmas and New Year</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program</li> <li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li> <li>flexible working arrangements.</li> </ul> <p><strong>The Person</strong><br><br> We are seeking a caring, professional candidate with the following experience, skills and knowledge:</p> <ul> <li>a NESA accreditation</li> <li>university degree in Education or Teaching</li> <li>experience in teaching in primary or secondary settings</li> <li>willingness to undertake Arrowsmith Program training</li> <li>willingness to respect, support and uphold the mission, ethos and teachings of the Catholic Church and the values of Sydney Catholic Schools.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application process</strong><br><br> To apply for this position please click APPLY NOW and follow the prompts. To support your application, you will be required to provide:</p> <ul> <li>your current CV</li> <li>cover letter highlighting the criteria above.</li> </ul> <p>If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong><br><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EEaW9ibpvofoLXy5bRLGqhFK8FpTwd8B/view?usp=sharing">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong><br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.</p>