<p><strong>Location:</strong> Goulburn, NSW&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Temporary&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Part-time&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range</strong>: $79,971 plus superannuation (paid pro rata for part-time appointments)<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 11.55 pm, Monday 1 July 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 Trinity Catholic College&nbsp;</strong><br>Trinity is a co-educational Catholic college offering students in Years 7-12 a contemporary, vibrant and holistic education. Our aim is to foster critical thinking, curiosity, and a love of learning.&nbsp; We encourage students to develop into confident and generous young men and women who use their individual gifts in pursuit of both personal fulfillment and the common good.</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong><br>The Classroom Support Assistant Level 5 (CSA) is a member of the classroom support team that plays a key role in supporting classroom teachers to ensure that all students with diverse learning needs can access and participate in the curriculum and activities to achieve the academic goals and social skills required for independent learning and confident participation.</p><p>They have the capacity to provide specialist technical advice, direction, and assistance using skills and knowledge relevant to the qualification for this level, including but not limited to the supervision, training, and support of General Employees at a lower level.</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&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Assist students as directed by the class teacher, either in the supervision of the class (while the teacher focuses on student/s requiring support), in a 1:1 situation, or in small groups within view of a class teacher.</li><li>Support students by listening, directing, explaining, reassuring, encouraging, re-directing, and reinforcing.</li><li>Prepare specialised learning materials as directed by the teacher and as required to implement the class teacher’s program.</li><li>Under direction, take students for their individualised education plans in specific areas, support personal care needs, and report to teachers on student progress.</li><li>Work in collaboration with teachers to implement learning and teaching strategies for an individual student, group of students, or class.</li><li>Plan teaching programs in conjunction with teachers.</li><li>Prepare reports for parents in conjunction with teachers.</li><li>Research reference material for teachers to support programs for quality teaching and learning.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Completion of Certificate IV in School-Based Education Support; or</li><li>Third year of study and completion of the practicum in a relevant initial teacher education (ITE) qualification.</li></ul><p><strong>Selection Criteria&nbsp;</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>An ability to assist in implementing an effective model of service to support teachers in the classroom.</li><li>An understanding and appreciation of the learning and social needs of such students and their families.</li><li>An ability to use initiative, discretion, and judgment in planning, organising, and achieving outcomes under time constraints.</li><li>Capacity to provide specialist technical advice, direction, and assistance in the area of expertise using skills and knowledge relevant to the qualification for this level.</li><li>Capability to resolve complex problems and coordinate work within their department.</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</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p>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.</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.</p><p>For further information about the School please visit our <a href="https://www.trinitycollege.nsw.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed here.</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong> Please contact Gaye McManus on&nbsp;02 4821 3600 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:gaye.mcmanus@cg.catholic.edu.au">gaye.mcmanus@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.</a></p><p>#S-DNI</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503319/classroom-support-assistant-trinity-catholic-college-goulburn-nsw">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>