School Officer

Position: School Officer - Assisting Student Learning (ASL)
Commencing Date: As soon as practicable
Tenure: Term Time, Permanent
Hourly Rate: $30.62 - $31.29 per hour pending experience
Hours: 16.5 hours per week, term time
Closing Date: Monday, 3 June 2024 unless filled prior

St Clare’s Catholic School, Burdell offers Prep through to Year 6 in a welcoming and inclusive community environment. St Clare's Catholic School belongs to St Anthony's Parish. Along with St Francis, St Clare is one of the founders of the Franciscan movement that has been part of the Catholic Church's life since the early 13th century. St Clare's Catholic School follows the Franciscan spirituality that stresses simplicity, humility, dependence on God, a love for the poor, and finding God in others and the natural world.  The school’s motto is, ‘Be a Clear Light’ and together staff, families, students and the Parish community work tirelessly to make the school a unique and dynamic place that welcomes everyone and helps each individual realise their fullest potential. The school community is supportive and encouraging, creating an environment with a strong sense of belonging for students.

About the role

St Clare's Catholic School, Burdell is seeking an experienced and dedicated School Officer - Assisting Student Learning to commence as soon as practicable. This is a permanent, term time position (16.5 hours per week Monday, Thursday, Friday).

The  School Officer ASL contributes to the provision of quality educational service by collaborating with teachers and student support services to provide support and guidance which assists students in their learning and development. You will provide high-quality support to teachers through the preparation and/or enhancement of learning materials for learning and teaching and ensure all duties are completed to an acceptable standing as determined by the classroom teacher, student support services and Principal. 

Key Accountabilities

• Assist teachers in preparing, implementing and supervising learning programs in the classroom
• Assist individuals or small groups, with activities as part of inclusive teaching and learning practices, supporting the teacher with behaviour management and the development of social skills and classroom skills development 
• Assist students with their personal organisation when required 
• Work in partnership with teachers to support student learning which may include:
  • General support to a group of students while the teacher is engaged in focused teaching
  • Provision of personalised support e.g. mobility or communication support, where required
  • Assisting students to complete tasks designed by the teacher
  • Preparation of support materials and resources
• Support identified students with learning barriers, to engage in a range of learning activities 
• Collect data for analysis by the teacher - anecdotal notes on performance of task, work habits, behaviour etc., provided to the teacher.

About You

• The ability to organise and prioritise a range of tasks and set priorities to meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Demonstrated competence and confidence in using a personal computer and relevant software packages e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Demonstrated experience working with students with disabilities and/or special needs is desirable.

Mandatory Criteria

• Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government

Desirable Criteria

• Cert III in Education Support or a commitment towards completing this qualification

For more information, please refer to the Position Description.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary Range
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary 
• Modern facilities, equipment and resources
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Access to corporate health schemes
• Induction processes and professional learning programs
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives

How to apply

• Upload a current resume
• Upload a cover letter addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description
• Complete the application form including your two nominated professional referees (name, position title and email address)

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential. 

Applications close at 3.00pm Monday, 3 June 2024 unless filled prior.

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