School Officer

Position: School Officer - Assisting Student Learning (Multiple Positions)
Commencing Date: 22 July 2024
Tenure: Term Time, Permanent and Term Time, Fixed Term Position
Salary Range: $31.58 - $32.26 per hour pending experience
Closing Date: Monday, 15 July 2024 unless filled prior

St Benedict's Catholic School features the highest standard of education and learning facilities synonymous with Catholic schools across Townsville city. St Benedict’s Catholic School nurtures learning success by promoting student engagement within a flexible environment. St Benedict’s Catholic School embraces sustainable practices for the natural and built environment fostering a love for creation and aspiring to be good stewards. Our school’s culture reflects the grace and spirit of St Benedict, known as a gentle, dignified, strong, peace-loving man, who lived a contemplative life and honoured ‘God in all of life’.

About the role

St Benedict's Catholic School, Shaw is  is seeking multiple dedicated School Officer's - Assisting Student Learning (Prep to Year 9). This positions are term time, and permanent or fixed term positions. The School Officer - ASL fixed term position will commence from 22 July 2024  and continue for the duration of 2024.

• School Officer - 27.50 hours per week Permanent
• School Officer - 27.50 hours per week Fixed Term

The  School Officer ASL contributes to the provision of quality educational service by collaborating with teachers and student support services to provide support and guidance which assists students in their learning and development. You will provide high-quality support to teachers through the preparation and/or enhancement of learning materials for learning and teaching and ensure all duties are completed to an acceptable standing as determined by the classroom teacher, student support services and Principal. 

Key Accountabilities

• Assist teachers in preparing, implementing and supervising learning programs in the classroom
• Assist individuals or small groups, with activities as part of inclusive teaching and learning practices, supporting the teacher with behaviour management and the development of social skills and classroom skills development 
• Assist students with their personal organisation when required 
• Work in partnership with teachers to support student learning which may include:
  • General support to a group of students while the teacher is engaged in focused teaching
  • Provision of personalised support e.g. mobility or communication support, where required
  • Assisting students to complete tasks designed by the teacher
  • Preparation of support materials and resources
• Support identified students with learning barriers, to engage in a range of learning activities 
• Collect data for analysis by the teacher - anecdotal notes on performance of task, work habits, behaviour etc., provided to the teacher.

About You

• The ability to organise and prioritise a range of tasks and set priorities to meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Demonstrated competence and confidence in using a personal computer and relevant software packages e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Demonstrated experience working with students with disabilities and/or special needs is desirable.

Mandatory Criteria

• Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government

Desirable Criteria

• Cert III in Education Support or a commitment towards completing this qualification

What we offer

• Competitive Salary Range
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary 
• Modern facilities, equipment and resources
• Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Access to corporate health schemes
• Induction processes and professional learning programs
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives

How to apply

• Upload a current resume
• Upload a cover letter addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description
• Complete the application form including your two nominated professional referees (name, position title and email address)

For more information, please refer to the Position Description.

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential. 

Applications close 3.00pm Monday, 15 July 2023 unless filled prior.

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