ATSI School Support Officer, St Peters Primary School - CABOOLTURE

About this job

Estimated start date:  January 2025
Position tenure:  Part Time | Fixed Term
Weeks worked:  School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 10 hours per week - 2 days per week. Days are negotiable.
Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 3 - Full time hourly rate $27.65 p/h(School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement

St Peter's is a Catholic primary school, situated in central Caboolture with a student population of 660 and a staff of 75. St Peter’s is a proud Josephite school living the vision promoted by St Mary MacKillop - ‘Never see a need without doing something about it’. St Peter’s has a long and proud tradition of educating students in the Caboolture area and providing quality Catholic education to all students. Our school is one of high expectations and all staff are dedicated to growing the whole student. Our facilities are first class and provide wonderful learning opportunities. 

At St Peter’s we educate for 21st Century learners who are successful, creative, confident, active, informed and empowered to shape and enrich our world. 21st Century learning at St Peter’s is underpinned by effective pedagogy and spaces that are engaging, motivational and relevant for the learning taking place. At St Peter’s we believe that every child is capable of success which is reflected in our high expectations to maximise the learning progress and achievement of every student.    Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander School Support Officer

Under limited supervision of the Principal or nominee, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander School Support Officer provides assistance to teachers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their families to support improved student learning, and well-being and engagement outcomes. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander School Support Officer:

• provides cultural and pastoral support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students within the school and their families.
• participate in the delivery of school Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education support to advance student attendance, engagement and retention.
• provide information to the school community on local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and cultural perspectives and protocols.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to and support the vision, mission and values of Brisbane Catholic Education and the achievement of Brisbane Catholic Education’s strategic priorities.
• Liaise with the principal and school staff on protocols for interacting with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in relation to staff and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in the school and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education activities.
• Work with teachers and school specialist staff to discuss with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents the educational progress of their children.
• Work with teacher and other school staff to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in all school activities, including excursions.
• Provide information to the school community about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and cultural perspectives.
• Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness for all students with particular reference to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Support effective relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, their parents, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and school staff.
• Liaise with the Principal and school staff on protocols for interacting with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in relation to staff, students and educational activities.
• Work as part of a school team to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in relation to their attendance, school participation and retention.
• Operate as a member of a broader school support team and contribute to team meetings and broader school activities.
  

In all aspects of the role, the role holder will commit to and enliven Brisbane Catholic Education values of:

Workplace Health & Safety Responsibilities:

Each staff member is responsible for ensuring their health and safety by:

• complying with health and safety instructions;
• acting to avoid, eliminate or minimise hazards;
• not wilfully placing at risk the health and safety of own self and others;
• seeking information and advice when necessary; and
• being familiar with hazard and accident reporting and emergency evacuation procedure.

Child Safety and Protection Responsibilities:

Each staff member is responsible for:

• a commitment to a child safe culture;
• acting to prevent harm and act in the best interests of children in our School or College;
• reporting all cases of harm to the Principal or Child Protection Contacts; and
• maintain the currency of their Working with Children Blue Card.

QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES

Section 25 – Aboriginal and/or Torres Identified position:

• Brisbane Catholic Education considers that being Aboriginal or a Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) as amended.

• Applicants will be invited to complete a response as confirmation of their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.

• Possession of AQF Certificate qualification and/or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience supporting student education participation may be desirable.

• Possession of a current/valid Queensland Driver’s Licence and eligibility to work within Australia for the period of this appointment.

• Possession of a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Experience:

To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:

• hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.
• Have a commitment to Safeguarding
  • The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct Working With Children (WWC) and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk. 

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

Contact:   Matt Mackinlay
Contact number:   0754952266
Contact email:   pcaboolture@bne.catholic.edu.au
Closing date:     17-Dec-2024

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