School Learning Support Officer - Multiple positions - Ongoing - Chester Hill North Public School-00009P0O.
Location
Sydney RegionAdvertisement NumberA900123077
Number of Positions
3Total Remuneration Package:The salary range for this position is $33.40 - $38.81 per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loadingSchool NameChester Hill North Public SchoolPrincipal NetworkAuburnStaffing AreaFairfieldHours/Minutes31 hours 15 minutes per weekFTE1.000Contact NameAmanda AdamsContact Phone number02 9644 1512
Closing Date
27-Jun-2023, 2:00:00 AM
Job Category
SASS
Organisation
School Administrative and SupportPosition Information
The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
About the Role
School Learning Support Officers provides support for students with identified diverse learning needs including disability in classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational outcomes. This support includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required. In addition School Learning Support Officers may provide specific support for students in the following streams or settings: pre-school, vision support, hearing support, and bilingual. Student Learning Support Officers working in these streams/settings have specific additional duties, in addition to the general duties for School Learning Support Officers that are required to be performed.
Essential Requirements
1. Working with Children Check Clearance
2. Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the School Learning Support Officer role.
3. Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.
4. Health support training to be provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions).
Chester Hill North Public School (enrolment 428 students including 86% from a non-English speaking background) has a rich learning environment. A dedicated mixed staff, of early career and experienced teachers, works collaboratively with a proactive parent community to enhance each student's well-being and academic outcomes in a cohesive school culture. Our whole staff vision includes "Focus on less, to achieve more through improved clarity and shared accountability, to move forward together as a team, so that all students can reach their full potential." The school is on a large site with upgraded classrooms, a dedicated RFF room, a staff centre, the library which is equipped with STEM activities ranging from 3D printer, We Do v2, Lego Robotics, Spiro, Bee Bots, filmkit and Virtual Reality kit. The school grounds have an attractive park-like presentation boasting gardens, trees and grass play areas with fitness and play equipment. We have recently opened three Support Unit classes - Autism and started a 3 year partnership with Real Schools to support whole school culture and wellbeing.
Specific Selection Criteria
5. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
6. Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities.
7. Awareness of the needs of students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities.
8. Effective communication skills.
Special Notes
This advertisement is for three SLSO positions ( 3x 1.00 FTE )
244654 - 244655 - 244656
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit