<p>Parade College is a member of the national body of Catholic schools known as Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA). The College aims to help young men grow into well-rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all their endeavours. As a long-standing Catholic school for boys in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College strives to be a learning community that offers best practice education and pastoral care to its students to foster fullness of life and holistic growth for all. </p><p> </p><p>The College aims to help young men grow into well rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all endeavours. Our young men are challenged to achieve as highly as possible in their academic studies as they discern the appropriate pathway to their future ambitions.<br /></p><p><b>The Role</b><br /></p><p>The Student Support Services (SSS) Team provides support to students with diverse learning needs including students with additional needs, highly able students, students with disabilities, students with Refugee Status, culturally, linguistically and culturally diverse students and First Nations students. </p><p> </p><p>We are seeking to appoint a highly-motivated individual with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with relevant experience and qualifications as a Learning Support Officer.<br /></p><p>The Learning Support Officer facilitates the inclusion of students with diverse learning needs and assists teachers in the implementation of adjustments to enhance students’ personal and academic outcomes. </p><p><b>Attributes / Skills and Experience</b><br /></p><p>It is expected that the successful applicant will:<br /></p><p>• have successfully completed a Certificate III in Education Support or higher qualification</p><p>• be highly motivated, committed, positive, friendly and enthusiastic</p><p>• have some experience working with students with a diverse range of needs </p><p>• display effective communication and organisational skills and the ability to be use initiative within the class environment to ensure optimal student support </p><p>• be self-motivated and able to work independently if necessary </p><p>• have the capacity to cater effectively for a diverse range of learning needs </p><p>• be able to build positive relationships with children and assist in creating learning environments where all are valued and challenged </p><p>• demonstrate an understanding of child safety and the appropriate obligations and behaviours when engaging with students </p><p>A commitment to child safety is essential, to be considered for this position with candidates currently possessing, or willingness to obtain, a Working with Children Check. </p><p>All Staff are expected to support and participate in the faith life of the College including commitment to the College Mission, ethos, and participate in ongoing professional development and learning. </p><p>These positions are available for immediate start (or by negotiation). Part-time and full-time applications will be considered. These positions attract school holiday entitlements.</p><p><b>Application Requirements</b><br /></p><p>In preparing an application, please read the advertisement and position description carefully to ensure that you can demonstrate your ability to meet the position requirements and have a good understanding of the role. </p><p></p><p> Applications must include: </p><ul><li>a <b>covering letter </b></li><li>a separate statement addressing the <b>Key Selection Criteria</b> addressing your skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the role </li><li>a current <b>Curriculum Vitae</b>; together with </li><li>a completed <b>Application for School Officer Form</b> available on the College website. </li></ul><p></p><p>An Application Formcan be obtained from the Parade College website: https://www.parade.vic.edu.au/school/employment<br /></p><p><b>Applications close at 4pm, Friday 17 February 2023. </b><i>(applications will be considered as received and interviews may be held during the application period)</i><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><i>This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. </i></p><p><i>Parade College acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. </i></p><p><i>Parade College is an Equal Opportunity Employer</i></p>