Learning Support Assistant (Secondary)
St Catherine's Catholic College
Singleton
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Temporary
Job overview
| Location | SINGLETON St Catherine's Catholic College | |
| Vacancy Type | Temporary Part Time | |
| Hours/FTE | 10 Hours | |
| Description | St Catherine's Catholic College, Singleton is currently seeking a temporary part-time Learning Support Assistant. St Catherine's Catholic College, Singleton invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and highly motivated people for the position of temporary part time Learning Support Assistant to join the school community for the Term 3 & 4, 2020. This role is 10 hours/week working 3 hours a day across 5 days per week. The Learning Support Assistant works in collaboration with the Learning Support Teachers to support students with additional needs, supporting the development of inclusive learning environments and providing assistance to teachers to meet the specific learning needs of students with additional needs. |
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| Position Requirements | • A relevant understanding of the philosophy of Catholic Education; • Certificate III in Special Education (minimum) • Cooperative nature, kind manner and capable of supporting children in their learning • Competent level of literacy and numeracy and the confidence to assist students with their literacy and numeracy • Capable of working under the supervision of the Learning Support Coordinator and Classroom Teachers • High level of communication and interpersonal skills when relating to students and other teachers • Ability to contribute as a member of a team and assist in the planning, preparation and implementation of personalised plans and programs to enhance student support |
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| Essential Criteria | • Paid Working With Children Check (WWCC); • Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder • Experience working with students who exhibit challenging behaviours and ability to follow plans and procedures put in place for these students • Understanding of non-violent crisis intervention strategies for school students • Highly developed computer skills and an ability to use technology for education support |
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| CommencementStarts | 20/7/2020 | |
| Finishing Date | 18/12/2020 | |
| Conditions of Employment | Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2017. | |
| Applications Close | Friday 17 July, 2020 | |
| Instructions | Forward your Curriculum Vitae together with a covering letter addressing selection criteria via email (preferred) as one pdf to the contact person. | |
| Contact | Name | Telephone |
| Niamh Marzol (niamh.marzol@mn.catholic.edu.au) | 6578 9600 | |
| Applications to: |
By email (preferred): Niamh Marzol |
By post:
Principal |
| Specific School Requirements/ Additional Info | Benefits including:
• a corporate fitness program; • employee assistance program (EAP); • paid parental leave; • training and staff development programs; • access to long service leave after just five years; • opportunity for leasing motor vehicles. To apply: Please provide your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria directly to Niamh Marzol: niamh.marzol@mn.catholic.edu.au Applications close: Thursday 9th July, 2020. 3pm *Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted* |
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About St Catherine's Catholic College
- St Catherine's Catholic College
- 30-40 Combo Lane, Singleton
- New South Wales
- 2330
- Australia
St Catherine’s was established as a K-12 school in 2000 and is unique in many respects: it is the only K-12 school in the Maitland-Newcastle Diocese and one of only a handful of K-12 systemic schools in NSW; it has a very close relationship with the Parish of St Patrick’s, Singleton and the Parish of St Brigid’s, Branxton, with an administration area shared by the School and Parish; the College is an integral part of the Parish, and parishioners participate in the many College activities; the College is also actively involved in the various parish ministries. Working closely with the Parish Priest, the principal is responsible for the leadership and overall direction of the school, consistent with Catholic teachings, principles and values and proven educational theory and practice. Under the principal’s leadership the school provides for the effective care and education of the students through facilitation of their spiritual, academic, social and personal development.
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