<p>Our Lady Of Lourdes Primary School Tarro is seeking a&nbsp;Permanent Part Time (16hrs per week) Learning Support Assistant&nbsp;to join the team January 2025.<br><br>Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School, Tarro is a systemic Catholic school within the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 from the areas of Tarro, Woodberry, Beresfield, Thornton, Tenambit and Ashtonfield.<br>Our school community is warm and welcoming, with a strong focus on supporting children with additional needs to help them reach their individual learning goals.<br>The school celebrates the unique gifts and qualities of each individual student and encourages them to fully participate in the life of their class and school.<br>At Our Lady of Lourdes, students can participate in many extra-curricular activities and competitions beyond the classroom environment such as debating, public speaking, ICAS, Science and Technology challenges, spelling bees and sporting events.<br><br><br><br><a href="https://diocesemn.azurewebsites.net/media/5659/position_description_-_cso_-_learning_support_assistant.pdf"><strong>POSITION DESCRIPTION</strong></a><br><br>Learning Support Assistants (LSA) in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of supporting teachers in ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live a purposeful life.<br>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Supported by the Catholic community, of which they are a vital part, LSAs support teachers in inviting students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience<br>&nbsp;</li><li>LSAs support the promotion of the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement<br>&nbsp;</li><li>Under the direction of teachers, LSAs provide support and assistance in school routines; classroom activities; and the care and support of students with disability.<br>&nbsp;</li></ul>