<p><strong>Location:</strong> Harrison, ACT&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Temporary&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Part-time&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range: </strong>$68,825 -&nbsp;$79,971 (based on skills and experience) plus superannuation (paid pro rata for part-time appointments)&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Monday, 22 July 2024<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 11.55 pm, Sunday 23 June 2024</p><p><strong>About Us</strong><br>Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.</p><p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</p><p><strong>About Mother Teresa Primary School&nbsp;</strong><br>Mother Teresa School caters for students from four years of age, where students are enrolled in our Early Learning Centre, to students in Year Six. Our school motto “do small things with great love” inspires us to care for fellow members of our school community as well as reach out into the wider community. The School prides itself on the diverse range of activities it offers students and this is due to the generosity and expertise of the staff.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong><br>The Classroom Support Assistant (CSA) is a member of the Mother Teresa School Diverse Learning Team (TDL). The role of the CSA is to provide in class support and collaborate with Teachers to provide the require targeted programs and assistance to students.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Classroom Teachers and students with day-to-day activities&nbsp;</li><li>Keep confidential, matters relating to students and their families and matters within the classroom and school.</li><li>Demonstrate initiative, liaise, and work collaboratively with Classroom Teachers to provide learning support for students.</li><li>Support students by listening, directing, explaining, reassuring, encouraging, re-directing, and reinforcing.</li><li>Prepare specialised learning materials as directed by the Classroom Teacher and/or Diverse Learning Coordinator.</li><li>Support students in whole school activities such as sporting events and attend professional learning and staff spirituality days. &nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Current Working with Vulnerable People registration.&nbsp;</li><li>Relevant Qualifications in Education Support (Cert III/Certificate IV/Diploma) is beneficial.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Selection Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ol><li>A willingness to contribute to the community life of the school.</li><li>An ability to assist in the implementation of an effective model of service to support teachers in the classroom</li><li>Experience working with high needs students and/or training would be an advantage.</li></ol><p><i>Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.</i></p><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong><br>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes, and experience as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p><p>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.&nbsp;</p><p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://motherteresa.act.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Carmel Maguire&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6241 5604 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au">carmel.maguire@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503290/classroom-support-assistant-mother-teresa-primary-school-harrison-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>