<p><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Cooma, NSW</span><br><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Part-Time, Temporary</span><br><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp; $57,255 to $65,013 + Superannuation (based on skills and experience)</span><br><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp; Commencing as soon as possible to 16 December 2022 </span><br><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55pm, Friday 19 August 2022<br><br>At St Patrick’s, you will find a school community comprising dedicated staff, interested and involved parents and students who are proud of their achievements and their school. We provide well-resourced classrooms and playing areas and, most importantly, a shared vision to provide an environment where every child is valued and can experience success.&nbsp;<br><br>St Patrick's is a school known for their welcoming and caring workplace, located in the beautiful serene town of <a href="https://visitcooma.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cooma in NSW</a>. This position would present the successful applicant with a great opportunity to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, only being one hour away from Perisher Valley.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt">The Learning Support Assistant is responsible for assisting with the implementation of the vision for teaching and learning in the school and supporting structures and processes which ensure that students’ learning is optimal.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt">The Learning Support Assistant needs to facilitate collaborative processes that build relationships and promote shared commitment, partnership and a sense of achievement.&nbsp; As a member of the Learning Support Team, it will be essential to work with the Learning Support Teacher and Principal in meeting the goals of St Patrick’s Parish School.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt">The successful candidate will demonstrate:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Communicate effectively in both written and verbal format with students/ staff, as needed</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Work collaboratively as member of a tea</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Maintain confidentiality and manage challenging situations with composure and diplomacy</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Effectively use computer programs and resources</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Work with students with a variety of learning and social needs</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Respond to the learning and social/emotional needs of students</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 11pt">Learn new skills in relation to supporting students’ learning needs</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt"><em>Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.<br></em></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Application Process</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt">Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt">Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the position description.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt">For further information about the School, please visit our school website <a href="http://stpatscooma.nsw.edu.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt">Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Position specific queries:</strong> Please contact&nbsp;Frances Robertson on 02 6452 1721 or via email <a href="mailto:%20frances.robertson@cg.catholic.edu.au">frances.robertson@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11pt"><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on&nbsp;02 6234 5427</span></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.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/499118/classroom-support-assistant-multiple-positions-st-patricks-cooma-nsw">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>