Learning Support Assistant - Windale

Catholic Schools Office Maitland-Newcastle

Windale, Newcastle, Maitland and Hunter, NSW

Teaching Aides and Special Needs (Education and Training)

Part time, Full time

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Permanent - Part Time

Windale

St. Pius X Primary School, Windale, is seeking a permanent part-time (30 hours per week, Monday to Friday) learning support assistant to join the team in June.

St. Pius X Primary School, Windale, is located in the Lake Macquarie area, just 20 minutes south of Newcastle CBD. Lake Macquarie is home to the largest saltwater lake in the Southern Hemisphere. Enjoy the region's aquatic lifestyle with beautiful beaches just a 10-minute drive away. A school of 49 students, catering to K-6, St. Pius X strives to provide a sound educational framework that will equip pupils with the skills to make a worthwhile contribution to society and ultimately achieve personal development.

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 disabilities.

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 the New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.

Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow

A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (TandCT&Cs 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

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Contact Steve Pryde, Principal on Tel: 0249488467 or via email: stephen.pryde@mn.catholic.edu.au