<p>Join Our Dynamic Team at St Dominic's Catholic College Mayfield!<br><br> Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and fostering a vibrant faith community? St Dominic's Catholic College Mayfield is on the lookout for a Temporary Parttime (14hrs p/w) Pastoral Care Worker&nbsp;to join our dedicated team for the remainder of the year.<br><br> St. Dominic’s Catholic College is a co-educational K-12 systemic Catholic specialist school located in Mayfield, New South Wales, just 15 minutes from the CBD of Newcastle.<br> We are dedicated to providing a transformative educational experience for students with diverse learning needs, including autism spectrum disorder, deafness and/or hearing impairment, and intellectual disabilities.<br> Our school community fosters strong, genuine connections with each student, nurturing their growth within a supportive and empowering environment.&nbsp;<br><br> We recognise and celebrate the unique strengths, abilities, and needs of each student, ensuring that these are woven into all aspects of teaching and learning.<br> Through collaboration with families, therapists, and educators, we create personalised learning experiences that equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values to thrive both academically and socially preparing them for lifelong success.&nbsp;<br><br> Why Work at St. Dominic’s Catholic College: Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic and compassionate community that places the dignity of every student at the heart of everything we do.<br> At St. Dominic’s, we offer the opportunity to make a significant impact in a school that champions both educational excellence and the spiritual, emotional, and social well-being of its students.<br> You will have the opportunity to:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team focused on holistic student development.&nbsp;</li> <li>Build genuine, lasting connections with students, staff, and families.&nbsp;</li> <li>Play an integral role in advancing the spiritual and moral formation of students with diverse needs.&nbsp;</li> <li>Contribute to the ongoing success and growth of a school that values individual differences and celebrates diversity.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience professional growth in an inclusive and values-driven environment, supporting students' transition to either mainstream settings or continued learning in a Catholic specialised environment.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>With our small class sizes and a nurturing atmosphere, St. Dominic’s offers the unique opportunity to work closely with students, providing personalised care and attention that ensures their academic, social, and spiritual success.<br> If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and contributing to a vibrant faith-based school community, we encourage you to apply.<br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/EfmO6jqi-D5HkzXb3sYHed8BWabbmvfEWhCZWdLzPC4zuA?e=AYGC7M"><strong>POSITION DESCRIPTION</strong></a><br><br> Pastoral care is defined in the Project Agreement with the Commonwealth Government as the practice of looking after the personal needs of students, not just their academic needs, through the provision of general spiritual and personal advice.<br><br> Pastoral care workers support the Pastoral Care of students by providing:</p> <ul> <li>pastoral care services</li> <li>strategies that support the wellbeing of the broader school community. NSCP, 2019, 10. (Guidelines on NSW Arrangements for 2020–2022).</li> </ul> <p>The role of the pastoral care worker will vary depending on the needs of the individual schools and their communities. Therefore, schools are encouraged to shape the role of the position according to local needs and the capacities of the incumbent.</p>