Learning Support Assistant
St James' Primary School
Muswellbrook
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Temporary
- Apply by:
- 17 November 2021
Job overview
| Location | MUSWELLBROOK St James' Primary School | |
| Vacancy Type | Temporary Part Time | |
| Hours/FTE | 11 Hours | |
| Description | St James' Primary School, Muswellbrook is seeking a temporary part time (11 hours/week) Learning Support Assistant to join the team from Term 1, 2022. St James' Primary School, Muswellbrook is a Catholic school where learning comes first. Catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, the school endeavours to provide a holistic and comprehensive education for all students by nurturing the academic, physical, interpersonal and spiritual dimensions of school life. St James’ features an inviting and nurturing educational environment equipped with modern facilities and modern technology. The school grounds feature open plan collaborative classrooms, flexible working spaces, a computer lab, multi-purpose hall, outdoor covered learning area, large playground and playing fields and a fully equipped learning centre with a well-resourced library. These spaces provide a stimulating and adaptable learning environment for all students. |
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| Position Requirements | 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. The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle has an abiding commitment to promote the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults - particularly those who participate in the life of the Diocese. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and, where legislated, hold a Working with Children Check. Diocesan workers are expected to personally adopt and enact the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. |
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| Essential Criteria | • Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school; • Demonstrated appropriate experience and/or Certificate III in Special Education; • High level of communication and interpersonal skills when relating to students and other teachers with the ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community; • Demonstrated experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder; • Demonstrated 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; • Demonstrated 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. The applicant must provide evidence of the following: • Current Paid Working with Children Check (WWCC) number; • Completion of Anaphylaxis training. • Proof of Covid vaccination status |
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| CommencementStarts | 28/1/2022 | |
| Finishing Date | 20/12/2022 | |
| Conditions of Employment | Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2020. | |
| Applications Close | Thursday 18 November, 2021 | |
| 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 |
| Aaron Moon (aaron.moon@mn.catholic.edu.au) | 6543 3094 | |
| Applications to: |
By email (preferred): Aaron Moon |
By post:
Principal |
| Specific School Requirements/ Additional Info | To apply:
• Please provide a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the selection criteria along with your resume and directly to aaron.moon@mn.catholic.edu.au • Applicants should nominate at least two (2) referees, one of whom must be their current principal. • Please ensure you provide out of hours contact details for your referees also, not providing these details can delay the recruitment process. • *Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted* Applications Close: Thursday 18th November 2021 at 3.30pm |
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About St James' Primary School
- St James' Primary School
- Skellatar Stock Route, Muswellbrook
- New South Wales
- 2333
- Australia
St James Primary School is a co-educational K-6 primary school situated in the town of Muswellbrook in the Hunter Region of New South Wales. It has a current student population of 230.
Located within the Maitland-Newcastle Diocese, the school came into existence in 1862. Responsibility for the school was taken over by the Sisters of Mercy in 1883. One hundred years later, due to the expansion of the mining and power industries in the area, the present, much larger primary school was opened. The first lay principal was appointed in 1991. Teachers with high expectations in regard to student achievement and behaviour are highly valued within the current school community.
Principal
Niamh Marzol
Facilities
St James Primary School comprises 14 classrooms, a library, a chapel and a vast array of other well maintained amenities throughout the school. High quality resources to support all Key Learning Areas are available with a particular emphasis on ICT resources and equipment.
Curriculum
A school-wide commitment to quality teaching and learning coupled with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy ensures that St James School’s curriculum delivery provides each student with a solid foundation for their learning across each of the seven Key Learning Areas (including religious education). The school endeavours to provide a holistic education for each student by nurturing their academic, interpersonal and spiritual realms of life.
School ethos
St James’ Primary School aims to excel in education through living and learning in Christ. The school consistently conducts events and activities that strongly promote the values of respect and responsibility throughout the community.
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