Location: Florey, ACT 
Employment Type: Permanent  
Employment Status: Part-time  
Salary: $83,170 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on qualifications attained.
Start Date: Commencing Term 1, 2025
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Friday 22 November 2024

About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1200 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching. As a member of the College, the successful candidate will demonstrate a love of learning and foster innovation and aspiration for the College vision. 

St Francis Xavier College is part of the Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres across ACT and NSW. 

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. 

About the Role 
The Classroom Support Assistant is essential in fostering an inclusive learning environment by collaborating closely with classroom teachers to support the diverse needs of all students. This role involves assisting in the planning and implementation of differentiated instructional strategies, providing individualised support to students with varying learning abilities, and helping to create accessible learning materials. You'll see the difference you make every day as you help students grow academically and socially, all while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. This role is ideal for anyone considering a future in teaching or educational support!

Benefits and Opportunities 

• A positive and collaborative workplace culture 
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 

Qualifications  

• Completion of Certificate IV in School-Based Education Support; or
• Completion of Certificate III in School-Based Education Support; or
• Third year or final year of study and completion of the practicum in a relevant initial teacher education (ITE) qualification; and
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.

Selection Criteria 

1. Completed or a have a willingness to complete appropriate qualifications in Educational Support;
2. Experience working with children who have diverse learning needs. This includes highly capable students requiring extension, students with physical or cognitive disabilities, and students who present behavioural and emotional difficulties;
3. A commitment to and understanding of the principles behind inclusive education practices, including the promotion of inclusion in the College community;
4. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, in particular the ability to relate well to teenage students and to work in teams with staff members;
5. Demonstrated administrative skills with the ability to plan, prioritise, organize and meet deadlines utilising a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products;
6. Initiative and the ability to handle a number of tasks concurrently, working independently and flexibly to adjust to changing situations;
7. A sound grasp of literacy and numeracy, and confidence in the ability to support students in developing these skills sets; and
8. An ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.

Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required. 
 
Other Eligibility Criteria 

• You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position. 
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. 

Application Process 

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description. 

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy. 

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here. 

Position-specific queries: Please contact Jennifer Madgwick on 02 6258 1055 or via email jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au 

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au. 

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