School Learning Support Officer – Identified

School Learning Support Officer – Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Metford Public School The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. Metford Public School is located near Maitland, on the traditional lands of the Wonnarua people. We have a current enrolment of 264 students, including approximately 27% Aboriginal students and approximately 11% of students are from a language background other than English. The school has 10 mainstream classes and four inclusive education support classes. There is a whole school focus on the evidence-based pedagogy of explicit teaching, High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) and Aboriginal Education. As part of our team, you will help ensure the success and wellbeing of complex learners and their families, working in a collaborative and supportive environment with access to targeted professional development aligned to our School Excellence Plan. About the Role School Learning Support Officers provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs, including disability, in classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational outcomes. This support includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required. Additionally, School Learning Support Officers may provide specific support for students in the following streams or settings: pre‑school, vision support, hearing support, and bilingual. Student Learning Support Officers working in these streams/settings have specific additional duties, in addition to the general duties for School Learning Support Officers that are required to be performed. Essential Requirements Working with Children Check Clearance Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the School Learning Support Officer role Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs Health support training to be provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions) Selection Criteria Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities Awareness of the needs of students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities Effective communication skills Conditions This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent. Special Notes The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking "Apply Online" below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include them in your covering letter. Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted. Targeted Question 1 What do you think your Aboriginality will bring to the role of School Learning Support Officer? Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr