<p><strong>Stella Maris College Mission and Vision</strong></p><p>Stella Maris College, a school of Good Samaritan Education, recognises and respects the individuality of each person who forms part of our Catholic community. The College is committed to providing an inspiring and inclusive education through a variety of quality learning experiences. Our students are nurtured and challenged to be innovative, creative and collaborative learners. They are empowered to take their place as future leaders who will make a significant and positive difference in our world. </p><p><br /><strong>Position Purpose</strong></p><p>The College is seeking two Learning Support Officers – one for <strong>two days per week</strong> and another for <strong>three days per week</strong>, term time only, commencing as soon as possible. The Learning Support Officer (LSO) supports the mission, vision and values of the College community and the College&#39;s Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition where hospitality, peace and justice, stewardship and community are key. The Rule of St Benedict gives guidance in this mission- ‘arrange all things so that the strong have something to strive for and the weak have nothing to run from’ (RB: Ch. 64:19). The Learning Support Officer works collaboratively with Inclusive Learning staff, students, parents/carers and teachers to meet the individual learning needs of students. </p><p><br /><strong>Role Accountabilities</strong></p><p>The position requires a person flexible in approach, who is able to work with a range of students and support their individual needs. The LSO will be able to implement strategies to suit each student under the guidance and direction of the Inclusive Learning Coordinator. Encouraging students to develop a sense of responsibility towards their own education will be a high priority. LSOs have no direct supervisory duties and in general, are not responsible for students without a teacher being present.</p><p><br /><strong>Conditions of Appointment</strong></p><ul><li>Conditions are as per the current Stella Maris College (Support &amp; Operational Staff) Enterprise Agreement 2017 </li><li><strong>Hours of Work</strong>: 8.00am to 4.00pm or 8.30am to 4.30pm (30 min lunchbreak) during term time. Some additional hours outside of the usual work time may be required, paid in accordance with the EA.</li><li><strong>Annual Leave</strong>: 4 weeks (pro-rata) annual leave (to be taken during school holidays) </li></ul><p><br /><strong>Workplace Health and Safety</strong></p><p>Employees are responsible and accountable for:</p><ul><li>Compliance with workplace policies and procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk control</li><li>Active participation in activities associated with the management of workplace health and safety.</li><li>Identification and reporting of health and safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries and property damage at the workplace</li><li>Where required, correct utilisation of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment or Personal Protective Clothing</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Child Safe Standards</strong></p><p>Stella Maris College is committed to ensuring that all those engaged in the College promote the fundamental right of children and young people to be respected in a safe school environment. The College has zero tolerance of child abuse and expects all of staff to:</p><ul><li>Be aware of, understand and comply with the College’s Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct, including the Child Safe Standards, and demonstrate behaviours in accordance with these.</li><li>Be in possession of a current and valid Working With Children Check</li><li>Respond according to the College’s policies and procedures when interacting with children and young people, taking all allegations and concerns very seriously</li><li>Be committed to providing a safe environment for all children and young people, promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety</li><li>Read and provide a signed a copy of the Child Safeguarding Statement (available on the college website)<br /> </li></ul><p><strong>Applications </strong></p><p><strong>To view the full role description and formally apply, please visit the employment section on the Stella Maris College website - https://stellamaris.nsw.edu.au/employment/</strong></p><p>Applications must include a: </p><ul><li>Cover letter addressed to the principal that details suitability for the role – <strong>please advise if you are applying for the two-day or three-day option.</strong></li><li>Curriculum Vitae</li><li>Application for Employment (Non-Teaching Staff) (available on the above link)</li><li>Read and signed Child Safeguarding document (available on the above link)</li></ul><p>Only electronic applications will be accepted.</p><p>Please email your application to <a href="mailto:employment&#64;stellamaris.nsw.edu.au" rel="nofollow">employment&#64;stellamaris.nsw.edu.au</a> by close of business Monday, 9 September 2024. <strong>In your application, please specific if you are applying for the two-day or three-day option.</strong></p>