School Officer - ASL First Nations Education
Position: School Officer - ASL First Nations Education
Commencing Date: As soon as practicable
Tenure: Term Time, Fixed Term
Salary Range: $31.64 - $32.31 per hour pending experience
Closing Date: Monday, 25 November 2024 unless filled prior
Good Shepherd Catholic College, Mount Isa is a co-educational Year 7 to 12 College of 500 students. Good Shepherd Catholic College is a community who journey together in faith with “Christ Our Light”. The College endeavours to encourage each member of our community to be inner-directed, responsible, compassionate and just.
About the role
Good Shepherd Catholic College, Mount Isa is seeking an experienced and dedicated School Officer - ASL First Nations Education. This role is a term time, fixed term (12 months) position completing 30 hours per week across five days.
The primary purpose of the School Officer - ASL First Nations Education is to work in collaboration with teachers to provide appropriate advice, practical support and guidance to assist First Nation students with learning and development. The School Officer will actively promote student engagement in the Emerging Leaders Program.
Key Accountabilities
The Key Accountabilities are as follows but not limited to, and may vary based on classroom and student’s support needs:
* Work in classrooms, with teachers, providing support for First Nations students
* Liaise with teachers to determine the progress and wellbeing of First Nations students
* Assist First Nations students in the transition from community to school and be a positive role model
* Provide guidance, pastoral care and advocacy for First Nations students and their families
* Provide awareness to school staff on First Nations student backgrounds
* Support First Nations Students engaged in the Emerging Leaders Program
* Develop and maintain relationships with local First Nations community groups
* Assist in coordination and promotion of First Nations cultural education events within the School Community
To join this vibrant school community, you'll need
Experience
* Demonstrated capacity to organise and prioritise a range of tasks
* Ability to provide information and support to stakeholders regarding First Nations communities
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to the learning needs of First Nations students
Skills
* Understanding of, and ability to develop, links between the school and First Nations communities
* Professional presentation skills with the ability to engage both students and parents
* Well-developed computer literacy to work in partnership with classroom teachers
* Organisational planning and coordination skills
Attributes
* Enthusiastic, flexible with a proactive attitude
* Confident and engaging with a personal warmth that engenders mutual respect
* Responsive to the needs of the school community
Mandatory Criteria
* Current Working with Children Suitability Card
* Current Driver’s Licence
* Ability to travel within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville
* Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role
Some employees may be subject to pre-employment medical assessments. Depending on the nature of the role, it may be necessary for successful applicants to be immunised against certain preventable diseases.
What we offer
* Competitive hourly rate
* Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Access to salary packaging options
* Modern facilities and resources
* Access to long service leave after 7 years
* 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
* Access to corporate health schemes
* Induction processes and professional learning programs
* Access to Employee Assistance Program
How to apply
* Complete the application form including contact details of at least two professional referees
* Upload a cover letter addressing the skills and experience relevant to the role
* Upload a current resume
Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Close Date: 3.00pm Monday, 25 November unless filled prior.
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