Learning Support Assistants - Gateshead, Australia - Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle

Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle

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Posted: 30/10/2023-

Closing Date: 07/12/2023- Job Type: Temporary- Location: Gateshead- Job Category: Education, Childcare & TrainingSt Mary's Catholic College Gateshead is seeking 2x Temporary Part Time (21 hours per week) Learning Support Assistants to join the team in 2024 for 12 months.

St Mary's Catholic College, Gateshead, is a co-educational year 7 to 12 College founded in the finest tradition of the Josephite sisters.

It is recognised and acclaimed as a safe, disciplined, welcoming and caring community.

It is a school where paramount importance is given to building and nurturing quality relationships; providing excellence in teaching and learning aligned with the Visible Learning Framework; setting and maintaining high standards and expectations in all dimensions of college life and providing a sound spiritual framework for students' personal growth and development as learners and as people.

A fundamental belief underpinning college life is a commitment to service in the spirit of the Gospel, which honours the college motto 'Ready to Serve'.

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.

Supported by the Catholic community, of which they are a vital part, LSAs support teachers in inviting students and their families into a faithfilled educational experience
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
Under the direction of teachers, LSAs provide support and assistance in school routines; classroom activities; and the care and support of students with disability.

Desired Skills and Experience:

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
Experience working with students with disability (K12)
Demonstrated ability to work under the direction of a teacher, and in collaboration with school staff, CSO staff, and external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to effectively administer assessments, and deliver interventions, under the direction of a teacher
Demonstrated ability to implement adjustments required for individual students and groups of students
Experience in supporting student enrolment and transitions, under the direction of a teacher
Knowledge about the relevant Disability legislation and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data
Evidence of excellent organisational, interpersonal, and administrative skills

QUALIFICATIONS

Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
Completion of anaphylaxis training
Certificate III or IV in School Based Education Support / or experience in schools (Desirable)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2020.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Training and staff development programs
Paid parental leave for eligible employees
Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

TO APPLY

Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed
under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.

Applications close:
Thursday 7th of December 2023 at 11.59pm

_Additional information_

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zerotolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation._