School Assistant
Kambala
794 New South Head Road, Rose Bay NSW 2029
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- Term 1, 2021
- Apply by:
- 1 December 2020
Job overview
Inspired learning. Empowering young women of integrity. We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced School Assistant to join our school in the Learning Enrichment Department.
The School Assistant will assist and participate in activities that enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of the girls in the Junior School. They will also assist the teaching staff in the preparation of teaching materials and with general classroom non-teaching duties.
The position available will be commencing in Term 1, 2021 and is a temporary full-time position working Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 4pm to cover 12 months maternity leave.
This role is employed during the school term periods only. It is preferable that applicants have classroom experience. The willingness to support a team and our students welfare and learning is paramount. Familiarity with educational technology is highly desirable.
The key responsibilities of this position include (but are not limited to):
If required, to be responsible for the coordination of the activities of a group of children for short periods of time throughout the day;
Help supervise students in class, between classes, during lunch and recess, and on excursions;
To implement parts of the program, as developed by the class teacher and to provide feedback to the class teacher;
To assist the class teacher with the recording of children's progress and other activities;
To assist in providing a healthy, safe and welcoming environment;
To assist the class teacher as required in setting up and cleaning away equipment, attending to the needs of children, administrative duties, and any other tasks incidental to their primary contact role;
To assist with the indoor and outdoor supervision of the children; and
To attend to physical needs of the children including those of a sensitive nature.
We are looking for educators who:
Good communication skills with all community members including teachers, children and parents;
Has a professional attitude to your work;
Has a strong regard for pupil safety and well-being;
Has the ability to work positively with children and y to motivate, inspire and build rapport;
Has excellent team working ability;
Good organisational skills and the ability to work flexibly;
Has a willingness to keep up to date with educational policy and training related to your role;
Will support the co-curricular and pastoral care programs at the school;
Will actively support the ethos of this Anglican Independent School; and
Has a commitment to ongoing professional learning.
The successful applicant will need to supply a current Working with Children Check Number or Application Number.
Please note that only candidates successful in progressing to the interview stage will be contacted.
Applications should include the names of at least two referees and curriculum vitae.
HR Manager
Kambala
danielle_kassoua@kambala.nsw.edu.au
794 New South Head Road
ROSE BAY NSW 2029
Telephone 02 9388 6777
www.kambala.nsw.edu.au
Applications close: 30 November 2020
About Kambala
Kambala is an all-girls, non-selective, Anglican, independent, all-through day and boarding school in New South Wales, serving students from the age of 4-18. The all-through school is situated in Rose Bay, and overlooks the Sydney Harbour.
Kambala was founded in 1997. The current principal has been there since 2014. It is divided into three sites: the school’s early learning centre, a primary school and a secondary school. The school places a huge importance on IT skills, seeing all students equipped with their own iPad from primary school. It is vital to the all-through school that teachers benefit from professional training opportunities in a welcoming and stimulating working environment.
Acting principal
Shane Hogan
Facilities
Kambala boasts a wide range of modern learning facilities across its three campuses, including multi-purpose halls, multiple play areas, a 25-metre swimming pool, a large, well-stocked library, extensive outdoor grounds, science laboratories, photography lighting rooms and sports courts.
Curriculum
The all-through school offers a broad and varied curriculum, including an extensive range of languages - French, Japanese, Latin or Mandarin. In secondary school, pupils work to study towards the International Baccalaureate (IB). Extracurricular activities are available for students to get involved in, ranging from sports to a school choir. There is also private tutoring for students requiring additional help.
School ethos
Kamala works to inspire and teach students the relevant and skills, knowledge and attitudes that will put them in good stead for their future lives, and nurtures them as respectful, disciplined, inclusive and caring young adults, following the values of humanity, courage, wonder and respect. The school wants to inspire all girls to be the best version of themselves and that are aware of their social responsibilities to society.
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