<p>St Michael’s Primary School is situated in Traralgon located 2 hours from Melbourne&#39;s CBD on the M1 and 2 hours to the Gippsland lakes region along the south coast of Victoria.  Amble along the wide tree-lined streets, beautiful gardens and spacious parklands of Gippsland&#39;s largest city. Located in the Latrobe Valley, on the Princes Highway (M1), Traralgon lies at the intersection of many a Gippsland adventure. As the region&#39;s entertainment capital, Traralgon has an ever-expanding choice of top-notch dining options and a thriving pub and club scene. Sport is a big deal in Traralgon, and the city plays host to a number of netball, AFLW and AFL events throughout the year.  When in Traralgon, you will be visiting the lands of the Gunaikurnai People.  </p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>St Michael&#39;s Primary School is an inclusive, inviting and team orientated workplace. The current enrolment is 468 students from Foundation to Grade 6.  A comprehensive Specialist program includes, LOTE, Digital Technologies, Sport, STEM and an inspiring Visual Arts Program. Our classrooms provide the latest resources and IT infrastructure. </p><p>Our school is committed to valuing young people and their development as persons with a lifelong love of learning. </p><p>We are currently seeking to fill the below 2025 positions to add to our dynamic team.</p><p><strong>Education Support Officer:</strong></p><p><strong>1 x fixed term position, term 1 2025 0.29 FTE (2 days a week)</strong></p><p><strong>1 x ongoing position 0.71 FTE (5 days a week)</strong></p><p><strong>1 x ongoing position 0.43 FTE (3 days a week)</strong></p><p><strong>1 x ongoing position 0.29 FTE (2 days a week)</strong></p><p>There is flexibility to combine the ongoing 3 day and 2 day position to a 5 day position if required.</p><p><strong>All positions commence Term 1 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Work with individual students or groups of students as directed by the teacher in keeping with the students Personalised Learning Plans.</li><li>Work with teachers to meet the learning needs of students.</li><li>Keep appropriate records of student programs implemented.</li><li>Observe individual student progress, note achievements/challenges and share findings with the class teacher.</li><li>Attend official Program Support Group meetings with the classroom teacher to discuss the student’s progress.</li><li>Attend speech therapy sessions with students as required</li></ul><p>Position Description available at https://www.stmtraralgon.catholic.edu.au/careers</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Dedicated support from school leadership</li><li>Salary increases each January and July (Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022)</li><li>Annual leave loading</li><li>Flexible leave day</li><li>Parental leave – 16 weeks, superannuation up to 52 weeks</li><li>Social events to create community with staff and families</li><li>A strong team culture based on relationships and trust</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Knowledge and Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Relevant experience, knowledge or training or a willingness to undertake the required training</li><li>Sound understanding of the Child Safe Standards and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children. </li><li>Current Employee Working with Children Check and National Police Check</li><li>A commitment to the Catholic ethos</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team</li><li>A commitment to excellence in learning and teaching with the ability to use contemporary<br />technology to enrich learning experiences</li><li>A passion for engaging and challenging students and catering for individual learning styles</li></ul><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>Further information on this exciting opportunity can be obtained by contacting Acting Principal Lia DiCorleto, phone 03 5174 3295 or via email principal&#64;stmtraralgon.catholic.edu.au </p><p>Applications are to include a one-page cover letter addressed to the Principal and a CV that includes three professional referees. All applications to be submitted via SEEK.</p><p><strong>Applications close:  9th September 2024</strong>  </p><p><strong>Please note</strong>: the interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early.  We would encourage applications to be received as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p><p><i>St Michael’s Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation, and empowerment of children.  Staff are required to adhere to the School’s Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy and Procedure, the Mandatory Reporting Policy and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.</i></p><p><i>The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks and required to provide a current employee WWWC and police check. </i></p>