<p><strong>Career Opportunity</strong></p> <p>Support students with diverse learning needs through personalised support, inclusive learning and meaningful opportunities to thrive.</p> <p>St Dominic’s Priory College is seeking a committed and capable Education Support Officer to join our team and provide specialised support to students with diverse learning needs and disabilities.</p> <p><i>St Dominic’s Priory College – Where every little learner begins her journey as she grows in wisdom, knowledge and understanding.</i></p> <p>Working in partnership with teachers and other staff, you will support students through individual and small-group learning, adapt educational resources and programs, implement positive behaviour strategies and assist students to develop their learning, communication and independence skills.</p> <p>This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to student outcomes while contributing to an inclusive, collaborative and supportive school community. The role also provides opportunities to work closely with families and professionals and to participate in a broad range of school activities, professional development and team initiatives.</p> <p><a href="https://stdominics.sa.edu.au/" rel="nofollow"><i>St Dominic’s Priory College&nbsp;</i></a><i>–&nbsp;</i>Educating<i>&nbsp;girls.&nbsp;</i>Inspiring<i>&nbsp;Confidence.</i></p> <p>Please refer to the Position Information Document (PID), available from the&nbsp;<a href="https://stdominics.sa.edu.au/our-school/careers" rel="nofollow">website </a>for further information regarding this exciting opportunity.</p> <p>This opportunity provides:</p> <ul> <li>A welcoming and collegial environment where innovation, wellbeing, and excellence in service are highly valued.</li> <li>Professional development and career growth opportunity.</li> <li>The work pattern for this role will be confirmed upon appointment.&nbsp;</li> <li>This opportunity is on a temporary basis for the 2027 school year with part time FTE of 0.80.</li> <li>The annual salary range for a Grade 3 is $73,425 to $74,445 (pro rata based on hours and weeks worked).&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications close Friday 30 October 2026 at 9am.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><i>St Dominic’s Priory College reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply promptly for timely consideration in the recruitment process.&nbsp;</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About St Dominic's Priory College</strong></p> <p>St Dominic’s Priory College is a College for girls, offering excellence in Catholic education for students from Little Doms to Year 12.&nbsp; Established in 1884 by the Dominican Sisters of North Adelaide, and now under the governance of Dominican Education Australia, it celebrated 140 years in 2024. Situated in a leafy, quiet corner of North Adelaide, a short 5 minutes north of the CBD, the College footprint enjoys frontage across three residential streets: with its southern façade exclusively for Junior School use.&nbsp; Conveniently located, St Dominic’s Priory College services a diverse educational community from across northern and western Adelaide, enjoying all the benefits of a city-fringe school without compromising the tranquillity of a single, suburban location.</p> <p>The College retains the ambiance and collegiality of a close-knit community; affording its 100-strong staff strong relationships with the families that have chosen a Dominican education for their daughters.&nbsp; The strength of this community is underpinned by the College’s rich Dominican history, where staff and families have, for generations, worked in concert to provide a welcoming, safe, inclusive, and supportive environment that allows every girl to thrive.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p> <p>St Dominic’s Priory College is a Child Safe employer committed to the welfare and protection of children and young people. The College is committed to upholding a diverse and inclusive learning environment, ensuring children and young people are valued and respected. In accordance with the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards, all potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s relevant policies and procedures.&nbsp;</p> <p>Please be aware, the successful candidate must hold a current Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check (WWCC) before an offer of employment is issued and be prepared to undergo a Catholic Clearance issued by the Archdiocese of Adelaide, and CESA E-Screening managed by the College.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>To apply for this exciting opportunity please submit a one-page cover letter addressing your suitability for this position as outlined in the attached PID with an updated curriculum vitae. Your cover letter should briefly introduce yourself and address how your qualifications, skills and relevant experience meet the responsibilities of the role, and why you are interested in applying.&nbsp;</p> <p>Please provide&nbsp;details for three referees, including your current Principal and/or Line Manager. Ensure you&nbsp;seek permission, that&nbsp;they are aware of this position you are applying for, and that they are available to provide a referee statement.&nbsp;</p> <p>Every application must be submitted with the St Dominic’s Priory College Employment Declaration Form&nbsp;(see below).</p> <p><i>Information that relates to the privacy of individuals (including but not limited to the individual’s previous working with children checks and/or child-related checks undertaken and any other associated documentation) will be held at the College in a secure place and only accessed by the College Principal or their delegate.</i></p> <p>If you hold the following, please attach with your application:</p> <ol> <li>A valid DHS Working with Children Check (WWCC) or Catholic Clearance,</li> <li>An up to date Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse &amp; Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) certification,</li> <li>An up to date First Aid Certification (HLTAID010)</li> </ol> <p>Please address your application to Dr Helen Steele, College Principal and submit your application to Human Resources- Employment at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:employment@stdominics.sa.edu.au?subject=Secondary%20Curriculum%20Support%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">employment@stdominics.sa.edu.au</a></p> <p>For enquiries about this position please contact Mrs Courtney Chymko, Human Resource Manager 8331 5100 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:employment@stdominics.sa.edu.au?subject=Secondary%20Curriculum%20Support%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">employment@stdominics.sa.edu.au</a></p>