Classroom Support Assistant - St Francis Xavier College, Florey ACT

St Francis Xavier College (Florey) (see more jobs from this school)

Florey, ACT 


Learning Support / Teacher's Aide

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time

Applications Close: 22 November 2024


Join as a Classroom Support Assistant and make a difference in student success while building your experience in education!

<p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Florey, ACT&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:&nbsp;</strong>Permanent&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Part-time&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary:&nbsp;</strong>$83,170 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on qualifications attained.<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Commencing Term 1, 2025<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55 pm, Friday 22 November 2024</p><p><strong>About St Francis Xavier College</strong><br>St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1200 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching. As a member of the College, the successful candidate will demonstrate a love of learning and foster innovation and aspiration for the College vision.&nbsp;St Francis Xavier College&nbsp;is part of the Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres&nbsp;across ACT and NSW.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong><br>The Classroom Support Assistant is essential in fostering an inclusive learning environment by collaborating closely with classroom teachers to support the diverse needs of all students. This role involves assisting in the planning and implementation of differentiated instructional strategies, providing individualised support to students with varying learning abilities, and helping to create accessible learning materials. You'll see the difference you make every day as you help students grow academically and socially, all while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. This role is ideal for anyone considering a future in teaching or educational support!<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Completion of Certificate IV in School-Based Education Support; or</li><li>Completion of Certificate III in School-Based Education Support; or</li><li>Third year or final year of study and completion of the practicum in a relevant initial teacher education (ITE) qualification; and</li><li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.</li></ul><p><i>Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.&nbsp;</i></p><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p><p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://sfx.act.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact&nbsp;Jennifer Madgwick on&nbsp;02 6258 1055 or via email <a href="mailto:jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au">jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DNI</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503919/classroom-support-assistant-st-francis-xavier-college-florey-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>