<p dir="ltr"><strong>St Brigid's Catholic Primary School, Coonamble</strong><br><strong>School Support Officer</strong><br><strong>Temporary, Part time Position (51.7 hours/ fortnight)</strong><br><strong>Commencing: ASAP by negotiation - End Term 4 2024</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><br><span><strong>About the Role</strong><br>The School Support Officer will support the classroom teacher in delivering high-quality instruction to students in a Catholic Primary School setting. The role will involve working with small groups of students or individual students who require additional assistance to achieve their full potential. The School Support Officer will work collaboratively with the teaching staff and other school personnel to support the learning and development of students within a Catholic school environment. This position will actively promote the Vision and Mission of Catholic Education in the Diocese and support students with their curriculum and learning.</span></p> <p dir="ltr">The School Support Officer will support the classroom teacher in delivering high-quality instruction to students in a Catholic School setting. The role will involve:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Providing in-class support for teachers and their students with learning needs</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Supporting and supervising students with additional learning needs in and out of the classroom environment</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Facilitating the remedial reading program (MacqLit)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Assisting with data collection and maintenance for legislative compliance (NCCD)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Administrative tasks in support of NCCD and disability provisions</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Input into the planning and implementation of Personal Learning Plans</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Collaborating with classroom teachers to ensure the inclusion of all students in all learning experiences</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Applying appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive learning environment</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About You</strong><br>The School Support Officer will enrich our students’ lives through:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">the desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">experience and effectiveness as a Learning Support Officer, School Support Officer, Teacher’s Aide or equivalent</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">a capacity to work collegially and collaborate within a diverse team.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">sound communication and organisational skills, punctuality and adaptability.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Sound personal skills that include patience, understanding and perseverance</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">characteristics that provide a positive role model to students at the School both in their professional and personal life.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><br><strong>About Our Offer</strong><br>Our School Support Officers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst.&nbsp; Some benefits include:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Enjoy a work-life balance in a permanent role with school holidays off</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Be a part of the wider Catholic Education system which will support your career aspirations and give you the tools to flourish</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Perfect opportunity for an aspiring teacher’s aide or someone who is passionate about making a difference in students' lives.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/warrumbungle-area/coonamble">Click here to find out more about Coonamble, NSW.<br><br></a></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About Us</strong><br>Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.</p> <p dir="ltr">St Brigid's School, Coonamble is the first Brigidine School in Australia and a proud part of the Parish of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Our school provides a high-quality Catholic education in a supportive and caring environment, guided by the Brigidine Charisms and the statement "Living and Learning in Strength and Gentleness." As a single-stream primary school catering for students from Kinder to Year 6, we are dedicated to helping our students meet the essential learnings of the NESA Syllabus and the outcomes of the Bathurst Diocesan Religious Education Syllabus.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><span><a href="https://www.stbrigidscoonamble.catholic.edu.au/">Click here to find out more about St Brigid’s Catholic Primary School, Coonamble.<br></a></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>How to Apply</strong><br>If you’re looking to make the next step in your education career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">An updated CV/Resume</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Contact details of appropriate referees</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 15 April 2024.</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><em><span style="text-decoration: underline">Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!</span></em></p> <p dir="ltr">Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on 02 6822 1511.</p> <p dir="ltr"><em>CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.</em></p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.</em></p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.</em></p><br><br><p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1040/tn/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/495630/school-support-officer-student-with-additional-needs">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>