AddressAbout the Role
School Learning Support Officers (SLSO) provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs including disability in classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational outcomes. SLSO (Preschool) work as part of a team to assist and support in the development and implementation of the pre-school program. This support includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required.
Essential Requirements
On appointment must be working towards or hold an Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) approved Certificate III in Children’s Services or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care; Working with Children Check Clearance; Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the School Learning Support Officer role; Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs; and Health support training to be provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions).
Selection Criteria- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities.
- Ability to work with young children.
- Awareness of the needs of young children.
- Effective communication skills
Special Notes
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About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (*****@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
Additional InformationThis vacancy is for two School Learning Support Officers (Preschool) at Gulyangarri Public School. Gulyangarri Public School Preschool is one of 100 new public preschools announced by the NSW Government. The preschool is due to open later this year pending building and regulatory approvals. The preschool building will accommodate 2 preschool classes onsite and co-located at Gulyangarri Public School. The two Student Learning Support Officers (Preschool) will join two Preschool Teachers to establish the preschool in Term 3, prior to opening later in the year. Student Learning Support Officer (Preschool) have specific additional duties, in addition to the general duties for School Learning Support Officers that are required to be performed. These include supporting the learning and behaviour of pre-school children in the delivery of the daily pre-school program; regular cleaning and minor maintenance of pre-school toys, furniture and equipment; stocktake of furniture, equipment and learning resources; and preparation of morning and afternoon tea and associated activities.
There are 2 Targeted Questions that must be answered (maximum 300 words) as part of your covering letter.
The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its Public Schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
How to ApplyTo apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees.
If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.
Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.
Targeted Question 1The preschool is located in a culturally and linguistically diverse community, and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students are given priority of access to enrol. How would you interact and engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, as well as families from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds?
Targeted Question 2How would you demonstrate initiative working as an SLSO in a newly established preschool?
