<p>Our Lady Of Lourdes Primary School Tarro is seeking a permanent part time Learning Support Assistant (18.5 hours per week) to join the team 4 days per week.<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://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/EUOOQoF75ihDhMdG5Ze0rugBKiLkeKvz-joYLVsZ_pC0nA?e=COQUTK"><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>