<p>Our College is situated in a beautiful 20-hectare bush setting, 7kms from Ballarat CBD.  We have a supportive and friendly work culture which balances professionalism with care and compassion.</p><p><strong>Learning Support Officer – Braille Specialist &#43; Generalists</strong></p><p>We are currently inviting applications from enthusiastic Learning Support Officers to fill a number of positions within our Student Growth and Engagement (SGE) Team commencing in January 2025. Learning Support Officers work closely with other members of the SGE team, Teacher Advisors and classroom teachers in implementing individualised targeted programs to support students both within, and outside of the classroom. We now have the following vacancies: </p><p><strong>Learning Support Officers – Braille Specialist (Extensive Needs). </strong></p><ul><li>To work on a 1:1 basis with vision impaired students</li><li>Assist teaching staff in delivering planned education programs and making curriculum accessible through alternate format documents and resources as required</li><li>Support the relevant teachers to administer braille based assessments</li><li>Supporting the orientation and mobility of the student around the school grounds</li></ul><p>Experience in the following would be well regarded for this position:</p><ul><li>Proficiency in operating a Perkins Brailler Machine, Braille Electronic notetaker, Duxbury Program braille software and the Microsoft suite and NVDA screen reader. </li><li>UEB 2 Braille for Literacy and Numeracy</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of issues relevant to blind or vision impaired students</li><li>Prior experience working with blind or vision impaired people</li></ul><p><strong>Learning Support Officers (General)</strong> support student learning under the direction and supervision of the teacher. This may be with individuals or small groups of students and includes support in educational and development programs both within and outside of the classroom.</p><p><strong>Applicants for both positions</strong> are asked to demonstrate their strengths and experience, through the inclusion of a Key Selection Criteria Statement addressing the following selection criteria:</p><ul><li>Prior experience in an education setting working with young people. </li><li>Ability to support the access and delivery of progressive and innovative education to young people with extensive learning needs</li><li>Well-developed verbal, written and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively interact with students, liaise with parents, teachers, and external professionals</li><li>Strong Information Communication Technology skills</li><li>Qualifications in Education Support would be well regarded </li></ul><p>Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia, have a valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check.</p><p><strong>Please note:  Applicants for this position must be prepared to participate in a pre-employment medical examination, arranged by the College prior to commencement.</strong></p><p>Further information including the key selection criteria, can be located in the position description.</p><p>For an application to be considered, it is essential that applicants include </p><p> </p><p>(1) a Cover Letter; </p><p>(2) a Key Selection Statement; </p><p>(3) a detailed resume and</p><p>(4) a completed College Application Form. </p><p> </p><p>We invite you to visit our website to obtain further information about the College and the application process. <u>www.damascus.vic.edu.au</u></p><p> </p><p>All applications are to be sent through to <a href="mailto:recruitment&#64;damascus.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">recruitment&#64;damascus.vic.edu.au</a></p><p><strong>Applications close 4pm Monday 7 October 2024</strong></p><p><strong>Call the College HR Team for a confidential, no-obligation conversation Ph: 5337 2298</strong></p><p><i>Damascus College is committed to the safety, well-being and inclusion of all children and young people. All employees of and volunteers to the College must be committed to providing the highest level of safety and care.</i></p>