Secondary School Learning Support Officer

Simonds Catholic College

WEST MELBOURNE, VIC 


Learning Support / Teacher's Aide

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)

Applications Close: 11 November 2024


We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Learning Support Officer to work in our Learning Diversity Team who will be available to start in January 2025. The successful applicant will join a small team to assist teachers and students in the classroom under the direction of the Learning Diversity Coordinator.

<p>The available role will be between <strong>0.4 FTE and full-time</strong> (negotiable). It is a Fixed Contract position from January 2025 to December 2025, with the possibility of ongoing work. </p><p>We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate <strong>Learning Support Officer </strong>to work in our Learning Diversity Team. The successful applicant will join a team to assist teachers and students in the classroom under the direction of the Learning Diversity Coordinator. </p><p>The role involves working closely with students with a variety of learning profiles and having the ability to engage and inspire with positivity is critical. The role may involve working with a specific student with complex needs.</p><p><strong>The successful candidate will demonstrate:</strong></p><ul><li>The capacity to adapt behaviour management techniques to meet individual needs</li><li>Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting children with diverse needs that include ASD, ADHD and OCD. </li><li>The ability to enforce routine and boundaries</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and parents</li><li>Kindness, intuition, and a good sense of humour</li></ul><p>Suitable qualifications and experience in a similar role are desirable, but not essential and pre-service teachers are encouraged to apply. <strong>Ability to work with students in the upper years, particularly in Maths and Science, is an advantage. </strong></p><p>Depending upon qualifications and experience, the salary will be in the range of a Level ES2 (2B) – ES2 (7B) but those with teaching qualifications would be in the mid to upper levels.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Child Protection</strong></p><p>The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to boys&#39; education and the values and ethos of Catholic education, including providing a safe environment for our students. Our College Community is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all the children in our care.</p><p>Our College Community is committed to the protection, wellbeing, and inclusion of all the children in our care.</p><p>Applicants should have a:</p><ul><li>Strong commitment to boys&#39; education and the values and ethos of Catholic education, including providing a safe environment for our students.</li><li>Thorough understanding and adherence to Ministerial Order 1359 on Child Safety, as it pertains to the College&#39;s Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, and practices.</li><li>Commitment to upholding a zero-tolerance attitude towards child abuse and ensuring the provision of a safe and inclusive environment for all students, regardless of background or ability.</li><li>Understanding of strategies that promote cultural safety, accessibility, and wellbeing for Aboriginal children, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and children with disabilities.</li></ul><p>For more information about our school, please visit our website www.sccmelb.catholic.edu.au.</p>
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Application Instructions

<p>Candidates must have the relevant rights to work in Australia and a Working with Childrens Check.</p><p>To apply please send a combined cover letter and CV to the<strong> Learning Diversity Coordinator Alistair Forge: aforge&#64;sccmelb.catholic.edu.au</strong></p><p><i><strong>Applicants are encouraged to apply earlier, as interviews may commence before the closing date.</strong></i></p>