Learning Support Assistant - Warners Bay
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Learning Support Assistant - Warners Bay
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St Mary's Primary School Warners Bay is seeking a Permanent Part Time (7 hours per week) Learning Support Assistant to join the team. The hours are to be worked 3 hours on a Thursday and 4 hours on a Friday.
St Mary's Primary School, Warners Bay is a systemic Catholic school in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, situated in the Parish of Boolaroo and Warners Bay. It is a safe, welcoming and caring environment where students are encouraged to become lifelong learners and discerning individuals able to use their knowledge and skills for their own good and for the good of society.
Position Description
Learning Support Assistants (LSA) in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of supporting teachers in ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live a purposeful life.
* Supported by the Catholic community, of which they are a vital part, LSAs support teachers in inviting students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
* LSAs support the promotion of the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
* Under the direction of teachers, LSAs provide support and assistance in school routines; classroom activities; and the care and support of students with disability.
Experience/Criteria
* Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
* Experience working with students with disability (K-12)
* Demonstrated ability to work under the direction of a teacher, and in collaboration with school staff, CSO staff, and external stakeholders
* Demonstrated ability to effectively administer assessments, and deliver interventions, under the direction of a teacher
* Demonstrated ability to implement adjustments required for individual students and groups of students
* Experience in supporting student enrolment and transitions, under the direction of a teacher
* Knowledge about the relevant Disability legislation and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data
* Evidence of excellent organisational, interpersonal, and administrative skills
Qualifications
* Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
* Completion of anaphylaxis training
* Certificate III or IV in School Based Education Support / or experience in schools (Desirable)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.
Benefits Of Working With Us
* Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
* A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
* Employee assistance program (EAP)
* Training and staff development programs
* Paid parental leave for eligible employees
* Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Contact Liz Starling, Principal on Tel: (************* or via email: *******************************
TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND
* Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
* Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listedunder EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.
Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
Applications close: Thursday 26th June 2025 at 11.59pm
Additional Information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
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