<p><strong>St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilgandra</strong><br><strong>Co-educational, years K-6</strong><br><strong>Temporary, Part Time Position (38 hours per fortnight)</strong><br><strong>Commencing: Term 1, 2024 (12-month contract)</strong></p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong><br> St Joseph's Catholic Primary School has an opportunity for a School Support Officer to join the team on a temporary basis in 2024. The role will be a part time position with working hours of Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30am – 3:30pm.</p> <p>The School Support Officer will assist the classroom teacher in providing in-class support of a student with physical and mental disability. The role will involve:</p> <ul> <li>Administrative tasks in support of NCCD and disability provisions</li> <li>Providing in-class support for teachers and their students with learning needs</li> <li>Supporting and supervising students with additional learning needs in and out of the classroom environment</li> <li>Assisting with data collection and maintenance for legislative compliance (NCCD)</li> <li>Input into the planning and implementation of Personal Learning Plans</li> <li>Collaborating with classroom teachers to ensure the inclusion of all students in all learning experiences</li> <li>Applying appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive learning environment</li> </ul> <p><br><strong>About You</strong><br> The School Support Officer will cultivate a richer educational journey for our student by demonstrating the following selection criteria:</p> <ul> <li>Understanding of how to engage, relate and work appropriately and sensitively with young people with a range of abilities, ambitions and backgrounds.</li> <li>Previous experience in student support</li> <li>Seizure management, lift and manual handling training (or willingness to undertake is essential)</li> <li>Proven capacity to effectively engage and work collaboratively with other staff, fostering a culture of serving others, professionalism, responsibility and collegiality in open communication.</li> <li>An understanding of the Disability Standards of Education and their application at a school level</li> <li>Have at least a Cert III or Cert IV Education Support (desirable)</li> <li>Proven capacity to work strategically and effectively through challenges.</li> </ul> <p><strong><br> About Our Offer</strong><br> Our School Support Officers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst.&nbsp; Some benefits include:</p> <ul> <li>Enjoy a work-life balance working in a role with school holidays off</li> <li>Be a part of the wider Catholic Education system which will support your career aspirations and give you the tools to flourish</li> <li>Perfect opportunity for some who is aspiring to join the education system</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.gilgandraregion.com.au/explore/gilgandra">Click here to find out more about Gilgandra, NSW.</a></p> <p><strong>About Us</strong><br> The Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff. CEDB is seeking dynamic staff to join our school communities who are committed to making a difference in the lives of their students and their world. Situated in the beauty of the central west region of NSW, a diversity of opportunity awaits you and your family, whether you choose to apply to a school in one of our regional centres or to a school located in small rural community.</p> <p>St Joseph's School in Gilgandra, located in central western NSW, is a one-stream Kinder to Year 6 coeducational school with a rich history and strong traditions dating back to 1909 when we were founded by the Sisters of St Joseph. Our aim is to provide every child with the opportunity to reach their full potential in a loving and accepting environment centered around Christ. We are proud of our students' achievements in eisteddfods, concerts, sports, and their exceptional school spirit. Located in Gilgandra, a vibrant rural town on the Castlereagh River, our school enjoys strong connections with the parish, priests, and sisters.</p> <p><a href="https://stjosephsgilgandra.catholic.edu.au/">Click here to find out more about St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> If you’re looking to make the next step in your teaching career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application where you be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>An updated CV/Resume</li> <li>A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement</li> <li>Contact details of appropriate referees</li> <li>All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 23 December 2023.</strong></p> <p><em>Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!</em></p> <p>Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on&nbsp;<a>(02) 6847 2828</a>.</p> <p><em>CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.</em></p> <p><em>Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.</em></p> <p><em>Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.</em></p> <br> <br> <p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1040/tn/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/495029/school-support-officer">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>