Learning Support Assistants

3 weeks ago


Maitland, Australia Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle Full time

Posted: 14/03/2024- Closing Date: 27/03/2024- Job Type: Temporary- Location: Maitland- Job Category: Education, Childcare & TrainingAll Saints’ College Maitland is seeking 6 x temporary part-time Learning Support Assistants to join the team for the remainder of 2024. 5 roles are 28 hours per week and 1 role is 25.75 hours per week.

All Saints’ College is a coeducational year 7-12 Catholic School which is part of the Maitland Newcastle Diocese system of schools. With approximately 1400 students and 200 staff learning and working across 2 campuses, we are the largest school in our diocese and one of the largest Catholic Schools in the state. The Junior Campus caters for our year 7-10 students, and the Senior Campus caters for our senior students in years 11 and 12. Following the decision by the Diocese in 2021 the College will be transitioning to one campus in the next few years.

All Saints' College prides itself on a strong presence in the Maitland community with a well-established Catholic tradition which includes a deep association with the local Parish community. As a proud Catholic College, we encourage our students on their formation journey nurtured within a caring and supportive Christian environment.

All Saints' College commits to focusing on each individual child’s ability, offering a unique array of educational, creative, sporting and formation opportunities for the student. Our goal for each student is to grow into lifelong learners, who are critical thinkers that value and build authentic relationships. We are a community committed to a safe and supportive environment nurturing the formation of the whole person celebrating continual growth and success.

Learning Support Assistants (LSA) in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of supporting teachers in ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live a purposeful life.
- Supported by the Catholic community, of which they are a vital part, LSAs support teachers in inviting students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
- LSAs support the promotion of the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
- Under the direction of teachers, LSAs provide support and assistance in school routines; classroom activities; and the care and support of students with disability.

**Desired Skills and Experience**:
**EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA**
- Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
- Experience working with students with disability (K-12)
- Demonstrated ability to work under the direction of a teacher, and in collaboration with school staff, CSO staff, and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to effectively administer assessments, and deliver interventions, under the direction of a teacher
- Demonstrated ability to implement adjustments required for individual students and groups of students
- Experience in supporting student enrolment and transitions, under the direction of a teacher
- Knowledge about the relevant Disability legislation and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data
- Evidence of excellent organisational, interpersonal, and administrative skills

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- Certificate III or IV in School Based Education Support / or experience in schools (Desirable)
- School Accredited First Aid Certificate (Desirable)

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.

**BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US**
- Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
- A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Training and staff development programs
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION**

**TO APPLY**
- Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
- Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed** **under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.

**Applications close: Wednesday 27th March 2024 at 11.59pm**

**_Additional information_**
- The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All wh



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