Introduction: The Catholic Schools Office (CSO) is currently seeking a permanent full time Education Officer - Student Learning and Wellbeing to join the team in the Manning Region. The Catholic Schools Office (CSO) is responsible for the leadership, operation and management of systemic schools which educate more than 21,000 students in 44 primary schools, 11 secondary schools, one K–12 school, one flexible learning centre and one special school in the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. Description: POSITION DESCRIPTION The role, Education Officer: Student Learning and Wellbeing (Manning Region) aims to: Support school communities in the delivery of quality Learning and Wellbeing for students with disability (Manning Region). Support schools in creating a positive, connected, and safe and supportive learning environment as outlined in the student wellbeing and pastoral care framework. Work with the Leader Student Learning and Wellbeing, Education Officers and Education Access Officers, in addressing the needs of schools in the Diocese. Ensure that schools are aware of the content and scope of Primary and Secondary Syllabus documents across all Key Learning Areas, and support schools to personalise learning for students with disability (Manning Region) Ensure that schools are aware of, and work within, disability legislative requirements and obligations for schools Deliver professional learning for schools as required. Conduct observations and formal/ informal assessments and provide feedback to schools, learning support staff and families through formal reports. The Education Officer: Student Learning and Wellbeing (Manning Region) is responsible to the Catholic Schools Office through the Assistant Head Learning and Wellbeing and the Leader Student Learning and Wellbeing. All Education Officers will be supported with ongoing professional learning and networking opportunities to improve their knowledge and professional capacity. Professional Practice and Development processes for the role of Education Officer: Student Learning and Wellbeing (Manning Region) will be established in consultation with the Assistant Head of Learning and Wellbeing. These will include feedback mechanisms from the Head of School and relevant CSO staff. Skills and Experiences: 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 Possess a comprehensive understanding of relevant educational support and pedagogy, particularly in relation to students with disability and those requiring behaviour support. Extensive experience working with individual children requiring Behaviour Support, K-12, administrating Functional Behaviour Assessments and preparing professional reports for schools, parents and families. Ability to support a school-wide approach in responding to students with complex needs and challenging behaviour through the implementation of whole school frameworks such as Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L). Sound knowledge of identification and assessment processes, curriculum differentiation, adjustments, programming, and behaviour support, for students with diverse learning needs. High level skills and extensive experience in delivering staff training and professional learning Maintain professional knowledge of current best practice and be able to communicate this to schools. Extensive experience in supporting students and schools at key transition times Working knowledge of the relevant legislation, including the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and the Disability Standards for Education (DSE), and their implications for schools. Working knowledge of the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) and its implications for schools. Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively within a team environment Demonstrated capacity to build relationships with key stakeholders and work collaboratively and respectfully Demonstrated high level interpersonal, organisational, communication and information technology skills Proven capacity to provide initiative and leadership in Learning Support QUALIFICATIONS Four-year teaching qualifications with Special Education specialisation OR equivalent teaching experience Active NESA Accreditation Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number Post graduate qualifications in Special Education / Inclusive Education (Desirable) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary is in accordance with Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle Employees Enterprise Agreement 2019. 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 Contact Gemma De Somma on Tel: 0417 211 139 or via email: gemma.desomma@mn.catholic.edu.au TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND 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. Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted. Applications close: Thursday 31st October 2024 at 11.59pm Additional information The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is a child safe organisation, committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable persons and has zero-tolerance of any abuse. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and comply with our Safeguarding Framework Policy and Codes of Conduct. This position has been determined as child related and the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle will be verifying the successful applicant’s Working with Children Check for Paid Employment prior to commencing working in the position. For more information, please visit the NSW Office of Children’s Guardian. Applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.