<p><b>Location: </b>St Francis of Assisi Primary School - Glendenning</p><p dir="ltr">We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teacher's Aide to work closely with our school community and assist all of our students to achieve success.&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr"><strong>Fantastic opportunity for a passionate Teacher’s Aide<br></strong></li> <li dir="ltr"><strong>Position status: Temporary full-time: weeks 4 to 10 of Term 2<br><br></strong></li> <li dir="ltr"><strong>Be part of a supportive school environment</strong><br><br></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">St Francis of Assisi, Glendenning is a coeducational K-6 primary school. We create a school environment that recognises the unique learning path that each child takes while providing stimulating and rewarding learning experiences for all our students.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">We are part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), a system of schools committed to responding to the needs of students in a world that is changing rapidly. With over 5000 passionate employees located across 83 primary and secondary schools, we have the intent and the resources to transform the learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 40,000 plus students. We are always on the lookout for top talent to help us achieve our strategic goal of inspiring the future, through quality catholic schooling and by strengthening the professional lives of our employees.</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About the opportunity:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">We invite applications from suitably qualified teacher aides who have a well-developed capacity to support the mission, teachings and ethos of the Catholic Church’s work in schools. The successful candidate will:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Work collaboratively with other school staff to provide support and assistance to teachers, students and school leadership in the successful delivery of school learning and pastoral outcomes.<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Support the mission, teachings and ethos of the Catholic Church’s work in schools.<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrate the ability to work effectively both autonomously and as part of a team<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrate the ability to follow direction, prioritise and meet set deadlines<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrate interpersonal skills in working with a range of personnel</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><br><br></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About you:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To be successful in this highly rewarding role you will demonstrate alignment to the core purpose and values of St Francis of Assisi along with:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Relevant qualification<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children Check clearance<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Effective interpersonal skills and collaborative teamwork<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Strong planning and organisation skills<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrated ability to maintain the quality of assigned work<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Able to assist in motivating students to achieve and develop a life-long love of learning.<br><br></p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>In return:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Be a part of the NSW &amp; ACT Catholic Systemic Schools enterprise agreement 2020<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Salary sacrifice for eligible employees<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Flexible working arrangements<br><br></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Opportunities for professional and personal development <br><br></p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Apply today!</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button.&nbsp; As part of your application you will need to have classification with CSPD; to complete your application click <a href="https://ceo-web.parra.catholic.edu.au/ceoweb/login.htm;jsessionid=977F268BF005E345DFA223243C7DC85F">here.&nbsp;</a></p> <p dir="ltr">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, click <a href="https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/">here.</a>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.</p>