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Located in Wahroonga on Sydney’s North Shore, Knox Grammar School founded in 1924 is a leading independent Uniting Church school. Knox Grammar School seeks to be an exemplary School, developing, within a caring Christian environment, students of Faith, Wisdom, Integrity, Compassion and Courage, with a sure knowledge of who they are and how they should live.
Wahroonga Preparatory School (WPS) is a co-educational primary school for Pre-K to Year 6 students that is a campus of Knox Grammar School. WPS students are nurtured, educated and cared for by highly skilled academic, support and operational staff.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Knox Grammar School is seeking a Student Support Officer (Teaching Assistant) to work during school terms in an exciting, innovative environment on the Wahroonga Preparatory School Campus, the Co-educational campus of Knox Grammar School.
This position requires an energetic, positive, hard -working individual who is keen to work in a team of dedicated teaching staff.
This position would suit a new teaching graduate who is eager to gain experience in the classroom or a more experienced teacher who loves children but wishes to not have the programming and administration work associated with teaching. This position is a full-time role however consideration for a part time role may be given. The working hours are 8.00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.
To be considered for this role you will have:
- Capability to work cooperatively in a Team environment
- Demonstrated ability to act professionally and maintain confidentiality
- Demonstrated ability to exercise independent initiative and judgement when required
- Honest, reliable and a high standard of integrity.
HOW TO APPLY
Knox offers outstanding long-term career opportunities, is values driven and an equal opportunity employer. Knox encourages all qualified applicants to apply.
Before applying, please read the comprehensive role description found on our website:
https://www.knox.nsw.edu.au/about/public-information/employment/
Please apply via SEEK by clicking the 'Apply for this Job' button and attaching a current CV, covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and your academic transcript.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS
4.00pm Wednesday 3rd April 2024.
Please note that applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.
Knox Grammar School is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all our students and children involved in activities at Knox. The School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and requires all prospective school staff to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.
The School partners with Australia's leading child protection organisation, Bravehearts, to provide training and education for staff, parents and students. All Knox staff receive annual training in child protection.
All statutory checks and references are required prior to confirmation of employment.
Successful applicants will be required to provide the School with a current NSW Working with Children Check number and comply with the requirements of the NSW Institute of Teachers Act.
It is a requirement of employment to be fully vaccinated (2 doses) for COVID-19.
www.knox.nsw.edu.au/employment
