<p>St John the Apostle Catholic Primary School is located in Tarneit and our vision states:</p><p><i><strong>Through the guidance of God, we at St John the Apostle aspire to create a positive culture, where all members of our community are welcomed, valued and empowered to contribute and succeed.</strong></i></p><p>We are currently seeking a Learning Support Officer who is able to commence Term 1, 2025.  Successful applicants will work with students in a range of settings, including individually, in small groups and within learning centres. </p><p>Our Learning Support Officers work in partnership with teachers and the Learning Diversity Leader, to implement the adjustments outlined for students in their Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs). </p><p><strong>Applicants should be able to demonstrate an ability to:</strong></p><ul><li>Build and maintain positive working relationships with staff and students</li><li>Provide support to individuals or small groups of students with learning and/or social-emotional challenges</li><li>Show initiative and be resourceful solving problems, when required</li><li>Possess a high level of patience and emotional maturity in order to manage students with significant levels of learning or behavioural challenges</li><li>Teach Intervention Programs as assigned and record session notes</li><li>Demonstrate an understanding of the work of Catholic schools and a willingness to actively contribute to a range of school activities</li><li>Be prepared to assist with toileting and other health needs</li><li>Refer all parental concerns and requests to the class teacher for decisions</li></ul><p>Our community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</p><p><strong>Special Requirements</strong></p><p>The successful applicant should have:</p><ul><li>Certificate III or IV in Education Support </li><li>Previous primary school experience in this role is a distinct advantage</li><li>Confident using ICT</li><li><p>Current Police and Working With Children Check</p><p><strong>Child Safety:</strong> Be familiar with and comply with the schools child safe policy and code of conduct and any other policies and procedures relating to child safety.</p><p><strong>Note:</strong> Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must reside, and have the right to work, in Australia – overseas applicants will not be considered for this role.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Application Procedures</strong></p><ol><li>Read the school Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct</li><li>Email Covering Letter, Curriculum Vitae and contact details of 2 Referees to the Principal, Mr Simon Dundon: <i>principal&#64;stjatarneit.catholic.edu.au  </i></li></ol><p> </p>