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SalaryEstimated start date: Term 2 2024
Position tenure: Fixed-Term
Weeks worked: School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)
Tenure duration: Until December 2024
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 20 hours per week.
5 hours per day, Monday to Friday
Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 3 - $32.21 per hour (School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)
Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement
About the role - Are you passionate about education and supporting young learners? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Assistant to join our team. As a Learning Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping students achieve their full potential and fostering a positive learning environment.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with our Support Teacher Inclusive Education to support students.
- Provide small group assistance to students who need additional help.
- Assist with classroom management and behavior support as required.
- Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment for all students.
About you - Preferred Criteria:
- Certificate III or IV in Education Support (or equivalent).
- Experience working with primary school-aged children.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for education.
- Passion for Inclusive Education and supporting all students
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.
About our school: Siena Catholic Primary School is located in Sippy Downs, in close proximity to the beaches of the Sunshine Coast. We are a co-educational, Catholic primary school catering for approximate 630 students. Siena Catholic Primary school inspires students with a love of learning and a heart of hope, empowering them to shape and enrich our world.
As a community of faith we build respectful relationships, valuing and embracing all. We strive for excellence, developing the knowledge, attitudes and skills essential for our students to reach their potential as learners.The school began in 2002 and has rapidly grown to its full capacity and is guided by the principles and teachings of St Catherine of Siena. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.
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.
Closing date: 14-Apr-2024
