Inclusive Education Assistant

• Contract 
• Full Time 

Cardin College is a dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment.   As we continue to champion Inclusive Education, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Inclusive Education Assistant to join our team.

About You

The successful applicant will:

• Manage care plan/s daily for students as required, including continence care plan, where applicable.
• Assist in student learning, where some discretion and judgement is involved, including evaluation and assessment, under the supervision of a teacher, of the learning needs of student.
• Carry out a wide variety of tasks associated with classroom learning experiences (e.g. assisting teachers in preparing, implementing and supervising learning programs)
• Participate in the evaluation of programs and student involvement.
• Provide yard duty support to teachers in accordance with school procedures.
• Assist with identifying student learning/behavior problems.
• Provide written submissions and reports as required.
• In consultation with teachers and other staff, select reference materials and other educational tools.

About Us

Cardijn College is an R-12 co-educational Catholic school in the Marist tradition, deeply inspired by the dual charisms of College patrons Cardinal Joseph Cardijn and St. Marcellin Champagnat. Educating and inspiring students in the Southern Vales region of Adelaide since 1984, Cardijn has grown to be a College across three sites, each with distinct offerings. With a current enrolment of 2050 students and over 300 staff, Cardijn College is a Catholic institution which strives to be a beacon of faith in the community and to holistically educate students to have a positive influence on the world around them.

Cardijn College Marian at Noarlunga Downs offers Years 7-12 and is renowned for its extensive curriculum and a vibrant extra-curricular program so as to provide learning pathways for its diversity of students. Cardijn College Marcellin at Christie Downs provides a wide variety of vocational education and training opportunities for students in Years 10–12 and beyond, with relationships that extend well into their careers across a range of industry partnerships. Cardijn College Galilee at Aldinga offers Reception to Year 9 in a context where every student experiences a unique sense of belonging in a caring and ecologically aware environment.

Essential Selection Criteria

• Active support for the Catholic ethos and the College Mission and Values.
• Appropriate training/experience and/or qualifications such as a Certificate III or higher in Education Support or similar that is relevant to the role.
• An understanding and familiarity with the Disability Standards for Education (2005) developed under the Disability Discrimination Act (1992).
• A demonstrated capacity to work with students with intellectual disabilities and /or additional learning needs.
• Demonstrated experience supporting students who work from Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• An ability to be flexible and adaptable to support the needs of a wide range of students and teacher to include Years 7-12 with a range of subjects, within the Marist and Lavalla Centre’s and within mainstream classes.
• An ability to work with students with intellectual disabilities and/or additional learning difficulties while displaying sensitivity, empathy and compassion.
• An ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with other members of the College staff.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in relation to staff, students and families of the college.

Specific Requirements

• Working With Children Check and Catholic Police Clearance to work in Catholic Education SA.
• Current valid Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care certificate.
• Approved Mandatory Notification training.
• First Aid Certificate - education setting.

Employment Conditions

Cardijn College provides a supportive, inclusive and stimulating work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence. The employment terms and conditions are governed by the South Australian Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2020.

Applications:

Applications submitted on SEEK will not be considered. 

Apply online at: https://cardijncollege.bamboohr.com/jobs

You can apply for positions at either campus individually, or you may submit for both if you wish to be considered at each campus.  

We welcome applications addressed to the Principal, Mr Steve Byrne, including:

• Cover letter outlining your experience relevant to the role and what motivated you to apply (2 pages). *Please advise your preference of hours if seeking part-time employment
• Resume including the names and contact details of two current referees (2-3 pages).
• Catholic Education South Australia Employment Declaration Form. 

All documents are to be submitted online as pdf files.
 

The Position Information Description can be viewed on the Cardijn College Employment webpage - https://www.cardijn.catholic.edu.au/community/employment

Online Applications Close: 9:00 am, Tuesday 12 March 2024