<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>We are seeking a Education Support Officer to join our school community.</p><p>A great <strong>Fixed Term</strong>, approximately 31 hours a week<strong>&nbsp;</strong>opportunity exists for a <strong>ESO (Education Support Officer)&nbsp;</strong>to join our positive, supportive and close-knit school environment.</p><p><strong>Why choose to work at St Mary's Echuca:</strong></p><ul><li>Supported professional learning communities and whole school planning and directives of best practice to support learner outcomes</li><li>Supportive teachers to work collaboratively with&nbsp;</li><li>Evidence based practice from Foundation - Year6&nbsp;</li><li>Trainee and Mentor supports for ESO&nbsp;</li><li>Well-being focus, promoting work-life balance and positive culture</li><li>Fun, social and appreciated work environment&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>You will require:</strong></p><ul><li>The ability to work and support learners with a diverse range of needs</li><li>Empathy and understanding of neurodiverse learners and families&nbsp;</li><li>Be accountable for the delivery of quality educational support for learners to enable enhanced learning outcomes</li><li>Support teachers in the delivery of defined educational programs; activities and interventions for learners</li><li>Ensure the provision of care, safety and welfare of learners which are embedded in the school's policies and procedures</li><li>Support the development of positive partnerships between learners, parents, community and school</li><li>Have a strong commitment to Catholic Education, Catholic Identity</li><li>Successful completion of Certificate III or experience in disabilities in Education is an advantage.</li></ul><p><strong>St Mary's Echuca&nbsp;</strong></p><p>St Mary’s Echuca is a co-educational Catholic primary school of 600+ students from Years Prep to Year 6, founded by the Bridgidine sisters in 1887. St Mary’s is situated in Echuca, in the northern part of Victoria along the banks of the Murray River. Our Catholic faith is central to all we do and we celebrate that we are, <i><strong>“A faith community, learning together, spreading the Good News of Jesus through positive relationships, trust and love.”&nbsp;</strong></i></p><p>As a school community we strive to nurture specific graduate outcomes in all students in the hope that they embrace the world with the ability to respect, act with courage, be inclusive, strive to achieve, serve others and celebrate all that life gives them. St Mary’s staff, families and students strive to make a difference for all.</p><p><a href="http://www.smechuca.catholic.edu.au">www.smechuca.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)</strong></p><p>CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating&nbsp;19,750 students in large regional&nbsp;centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is&nbsp;a speciality.</p><p><strong>Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety</strong></p><p>CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.</p><p><i><strong>Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.</strong></i></p><p><i><strong>Applications close on 1st November @ 4:00pm.</strong></i></p><p>If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website <a href="https://careers.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/jobs/search">here.</a>&nbsp;For application assistance, please review our application guide <a href="https://www.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/downloads/key-documents/1213-ces-ltd-applicant-guide-120624 ">here</a>.</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1162/ton/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/492678/education-support-part-time">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>