Aboriginal Education Assistant - Macarthur Region

Catholic Education - Diocese of Wollongong (see more jobs from this school)

Wollongong, NSW 


Learning Support / Teacher's Aide

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time

Applications Close: 23 January 2023


Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong (CEDoW) comprises 38 Catholic schools with more then 20,000 students enrolled across the Illawarra, Macarthur, Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands regions.

<p><b>Location:</b> Catholic Education Office, Wollongong</p><p>The Director of Schools invites applicants from suitably qualified and experienced personnel for temporary part time position (65 hours per fortnight) of Aboriginal Education Assistant based in the Macarthur region, commencing 27 January 2023 until 20 December 2024.</p> <p>The successful applicants will be required to work closely with and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in the areas that include literacy, numeracy and cultural initiatives as well as liaise with the school, parish and local communities. This role is part of the Aboriginal Education Assistant Program which will provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students according to their areas of need. Applicants will be supportive of the ethos and mission of Catholic Education, Diocese of Wollongong and understand the purpose of this position as ultimately serving the needs of the students and staff in our Catholic schools.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>be from an Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander background</li> <li>have the ability to support the literacy and numeracy needs of students and/or cultural initiatives</li> <li>have good communication skills and be comfortable with Aboriginal community liaison</li> <li>be flexible and able to adapt to a variety working conditions</li> <li>have the ability to interact positively with students</li> <li>have the ability to work under limited direction</li> <li>have the ability to independently attend various schools</li> </ul> <p>DERSIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Certificate III in school support or equivalent&nbsp;</li> <li>experience in educational settings such as schools and classrooms</li> <li>experience in supporting boys' and girls' cultural programs</li> <li>experience working with children in classroom and small group</li> <li>willing to undertake further professional learning</li> </ul> <p>SALARY/CONDITIONS</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>salary and conditions are in accordance with the School Administrative Services Enterprise Agreement 2015 NSW and ACT Catholic Systemic Schools</li> <li>the position is child-related work and requires the person to have NSW Working With Children Check and obtain their clearance for paid work with children</li> <li>on the appointment, applicant will be required to complete Child Protection training and may also be required to undertake the Aboriginal Education Worker Certificate, depending on prior skills and experience</li> <li>Aboriginality authorised (under Section 14 D of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977).</li> </ul> <p>WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE</p> <p>This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.</p> <p>APPLICATION PROCESS</p> <p>To discuss your application or for assistance in applying for this position please do not hesitate to contact Karan Taylor Professional Officer - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education on 02 42509034 or Anne Dal Santo on 02 42509032.</p> <p><em>The Catholic Education Office is an agency of the Catholic Church called to stewardship and service in support of the system of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wollongong. Through partnerships with clergy, parents, staff, school leaders and students, the Catholic Education Office contributes to strengthening the Communion of the Church.</em></p> <p>To submit your online application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.</p> <p><strong>Extended closing date: 23 January 2023 at 5pm</strong></p>
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