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School Support Officer

  • 496474
  • Part Time
  • Closing at: Dec 11 2024 at 22:55 AEST
  • La Salle Academy Lithgow

La Salle Academy, Lithgow
Co-educational, years 7-12
Temporary, Part time - 65 hours Fortnightly
Commencing: 31/01/2025 - 26/01/2026


About the Role
La Salle Academy has an exciting opportunity for a School Support Officer to join the team on a temporary basis in 2025. The role will be a part time position where the hours may slightly vary based on students’ needs.

The School Support Officer will support the classroom teacher in delivering high-quality instruction to students in a Catholic School setting. The role will involve:

  • Providing in-class support for teachers and their students with learning needs

  • Supporting and supervising students with additional learning needs in and out of the classroom environment

  • Facilitating the remedial reading program (MacqLit)

  • Assisting with data collection and maintenance for legislative compliance (NCCD)

  • Administrative tasks in support of NCCD and disability provisions

  • Input into the planning and implementation of Personal Learning Plans

  • Collaborating with classroom teachers to ensure the inclusion of all students in all learning experiences

  • Applying appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive learning environment

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About You
The School Support Officer will cultivate a richer educational journey for our students by demonstrating the following selection criteria:

  • the desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation

  • experience and effectiveness as a Learning Support Officer, School Support Officer, Teacher’s Aide or equivalent

  • a capacity to work collegially and collaborate within a diverse team.

  • sound communication and organisational skills, punctuality and adaptability.

  • Sound personal skills that include patience, understanding and perseverance

  • proven capacity to work strategically and effectively through challenges

  • characteristics that provide a positive role model to students at the College both in their professional and personal life

  • Have at least a Cert III or Cert IV Education Support (desirable)


About Our Offer
Our School Support Officers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst.  Some benefits include:

  • Support the teaching staff in a reputable school

  • Enjoy a work-life balance in a permanent role with school holidays off

  • Be a part of the wider Catholic Education system which will support your career aspirations and give you the tools to flourish

  • Perfect opportunity for some who is aspiring to join the education system


About Us
The Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,300 students and 1,700 staff. CEDB is seeking dynamic staff to join our school communities who are committed to making a difference in the lives of their students and their world. Situated in the beauty of the central west region of NSW, a diversity of opportunity awaits you and your family, whether you choose to apply to a school in one of our regional centres or to a school located in small rural community.

La Salle Academy, in the Parish of St Patrick’s Lithgow, is a co-educational Catholic school striving to provide a Christ Centred, Catholic education environment which aims for academic excellence and promotes justice for all. La Salle Academy is located on the eastern edge of Wiradjuri country, with staff and students honouring this heritage in our community.

With a focus on academic excellence, personal growth, and the development of well-rounded individuals, La Salle Academy offers a faith-filled environment where students can flourish. Through the delivery of a comprehensive curriculum aligned with educational standards, provision of various extracurricular activities, including sports, performing arts, clubs, and community service program, La Salle ensures that students feel safe, valued, and supported throughout their educational journey.

How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your education career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

  • An updated CV/Resume

  • A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

  • Contact details of appropriate referees

  • All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 11/12/2024.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on 02 6354 5100.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.

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