About this job

Employment Type: Casual 

Salary Range: School Officer Level 3- $41.47 to $43.23 gross per hour (inc. casual loading) plus 12.75% Super

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm, Thursday 31 October 2024 (unless filled prior)

St Stephen's Catholic College

Situated on 28 hectares on the outskirts of Mareeba, St Stephen's Catholic College fosters a harmonious, safe and nurturing learning environment that supports students in developing respect, responsibility and confidence. Students are encouraged to become independent, life-long learners capable of adapting to a rapidly changing and increasingly technological world. Students are encouraged to build successful relationships, communicate effectively and achieve their personal best.

About the Role

The purpose of this role is to maximise educational outcomes for students with additional needs, by providing access to the curriculum in response to learning needs and Personalised Learning Plan goals (PLP). The Learning Support Officer is an integral part of our Student Diversity team.

The Learning Support Officer role is to assist the classroom teacher to meet the learning goals of students who have additional learning needs and as a result maximise their outcomes. This may involve meeting the needs of the class as a whole, assisting the teaching staff in the delivery of learning programs both in small groups and/or 1:1 scenario.

The ultimate responsibility for the student’s education programme rests with the classroom teacher. The classroom teacher in conjunction with the Case Manager provides guidance and direction to the Learning Support Officer who assists in implementing these programs.

We encourage applicants who are enrolled in teaching degrees to consider applying.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description   Learning Support Officer Casual.pdf

Work Requirements

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
• 12.7% Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

To Apply

Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.

Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website.

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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