<p><strong>James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange</strong><br><strong>Permanent Part Time Position&nbsp;24 hours/ fortnight</strong><br><strong>Commencing: 15/08/2024 or by negotiation</strong></p><p><br><strong>About the Role</strong><br>We have an exciting opportunity for a School Support Officer to become a valuable addition to our remarkable team at James Sheahan Catholic High School in Orange NSW. The School Support Officer in a Secondary Catholic School is someone who can effectively support teachers in a classroom setting and contribute to creating a nurturing and orderly learning environment for the students.</p><p>We are seeking a School Support Officer who understands and commits to supporting the mission and ethos of Catholic education within the school by:</p><ul><li>Providing in-class support for teachers and their students with learning needs</li><li>Supporting and supervising students with additional learning needs in and out of the classroom environment</li><li>Assisting with data collection and maintenance for legislative compliance (NCCD)</li><li>Administrative tasks in support of NCCD and disability provisions</li><li>Input into the planning and implementation of Personal Learning Plans</li><li>Collaborating with classroom teachers to ensure the inclusion of all students in all learning experiences</li><li>Applying appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive learning environment</li></ul><p><br><strong>About You</strong><br>We are looking for someone who can address the following selection criteria:</p><ul><li>Assist students develop their literacy, numeracy, social and integration skills</li><li>Develop programs for use in the learning support centre</li><li>Performing clerical duties as required in the Inclusive Education area.</li><li>Work with students on a 1-1 or group basis to meet the individual needs of the student</li><li>Work with teachers in order to meet the specific needs of individual students</li></ul><p><strong>About Our Offer</strong><br>Our employees are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst.&nbsp; Some benefits include:</p><ul><li>Support your aspirations in your career leadership journey with access to development</li><li>Positive, engaging, and supportive culture</li><li>An organisation who is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development</li><li>Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong networks</li><li>Orange has a strong community spirit, with various local events, markets, and fairs that bring residents together and contribute to a sense of belonging</li><li>Orange is renowned for its flourishing food and wine scene, with numerous wineries, vineyards, and gourmet restaurants. Residents can enjoy local produce, wine tasting tours, and farm-to-table dining experiences</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/orange-area/orange">Click here to find out more about Orange, NSW.</a></p><p><br><strong>About Us</strong><br>Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.</p><p>Established in 1976, James Sheahan Catholic High School is named for James Sheahan, an influential Catholic priest who played a significant role in the development of Catholic education in the region.</p><p>At James Sheahan Catholic High School, we believe in holistic education. Alongside academics, we encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, performing arts, public speaking, and community service. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where students feel valued, respected, and safe. We actively engage with the local community and promote social responsibility through community service programs.</p><p><a href="https://jschs.catholic.edu.au/">Click here to find out more about James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange.</a><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br>If you’re looking to make the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:</p><ul><li>An updated CV/Resume</li><li>A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement</li><li>Contact details of appropriate referees</li><li>All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)</li></ul><p><strong>Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 22/08/2024.</strong></p><p><i><u>Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!</u></i></p><p><strong>A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.</strong></p><p>Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting Mrs Linda Chaim, Executive Assistant at l.chaim1@bth.catholic.edu.au.</p><p><i>CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.</i></p><p><i>A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.</i></p><p><i>Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.</i></p><p><i>Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1040/tn/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/496016/school-support-officer">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>