<p>Applications are invited for the position of&nbsp;Learning Support Officer for an immediate start, concluding at the end of the 2025 year. Opportunities for the right person to extend the position into 2026. This position is part time, minimum three days per week. Exact hours, including start and finish time will be negotiable.&nbsp;</p> <p>St Andrew's Primary School is a welcoming and supportive community with a diverse range of students. It is essential that the successful applicant is comfortable working with a range of students with unique needs and is able to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability when working in a fast paced and quickly changing dynamic within a classroom and school environment. The ability to be discreet and work with confidentiality is required and qualities the succesful applicant must possess.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>St Andrew's Primary School:</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>provides a learning environment, which is inclusive, stimulating affirming and safe, where there is a strong sense of justice and where all individuals are valued and given equal opportunities.</li> <li>lives the gospel values and work in partnership with parents, parish and community.</li> <li>nurtures and develops the whole person, encompassing all learning areas while recognising individual talents and needs.</li> <li>participates in the traditions of our Catholic faith, striving to create an active, vibrant community enriched by diverse cultures our families bring.</li> <li>promotes academic excellence, offering diverse intellectual, sporting and artistic opportunities.</li> <li>provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards. All staff are expected to provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards and MACS code of conduct.</li> </ul> <p>The successful applicant will work under the direction of the Learning Diversity and Wellbeing Leader and Deputy Principal, as well as the classroom teacher/s. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children and will comply with our Child Safety Code of Conduct.</p> <p><strong>Position Requirements</strong></p> <p>The position focuses on supporting students with additional learning needs as directed by the classroom teacher, with the support of the Learning Diversity Leader and Deputy Principal. Integration Aides follow strategies outlined in the students’ Individual Learning Plan and assist students in class to engage in a broad range of learning activities.</p> <p>The role requires experience working with students in an education setting and qualifications in education support are highly desirable.&nbsp;</p> <p><i>Pre Service Teachers are also encouraged to apply.</i><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>The successful applicant will:</p> <ul> <li>adhere to our Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct and other policies</li> <li>have a current Working With Children Check&nbsp;</li> <li>experience as an LSO or Certificate III or IV Qualification in Education Support or equivalent - not essential</li> </ul> <p><strong>The following documentation to assist in applications are attached as follows</strong></p> <ul> <li>LSO Role Description</li> <li>Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy</li> <li>MACS Code of Conduct</li> <li>Vision For Instruction Position Statement</li> </ul> <p><br> &nbsp;</p>