Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – Full time and part time positions Arise Christian College is in an exciting season of growth. Arise Christian College has a strong reputation in the local community as a school of quality Christian education catering for students with a learning disability. We are seeking expressions of interest for Learning Support Assistants in Primary and Secondary for ongoing contracts commencing Term. Applicants with suitable qualifications and / or experience as Christian Learning Support Assistants are invited to apply. Apply Now Apply online by visiting our Employment Page / We reserve the right to close this position prior to the application closing date should a suitable applicant be found. Applications Close Tuesday, 18th November. The position : Essential Criteria A passion for quality Christian Education with a heart to see students reach their God-given potential; A committed Christian actively involved in their local church; An ability to actively subscribe to and promote the foundational beliefs and doctrines of Maitland Christian School Limited; The ability to relate well to staff, students, parents and the broader community; A commitment to work within a collaborative team environment, well-developed communication, administration and interpersonal skills; Have a growing knowledge of the social, emotional and educational needs of students with disabilities or learning needs such as ADHD, ASD, PTSD, Anxiety, Specific Learning Disorders and Dyslexia and a commitment to continued upskilling in research-based strategies; Implementation of IEP's including knowledge of strategies used to support students one-on-one, in small withdrawal groups, in class support, as well as social support at break times; Ability to contribute towards a productive, stimulating and inclusive learning environment; Knowledge of the Disability Discrimination Act and the Disability Standards for Education. An intuitive and motivated Learning Assistant, able to actively contribute to a team-growing culture of excellence under the direction of the classroom teacher and Learning Support Lead. Desirable Criteria The ability to operate in a strengths-based framework and to develop staff and student culture around this framework; Special Education Support training or experience as a Learning Assistant or Teacher's Aid in Primary (K-6) or Secondary (7-12) is desirable; Working towards, willing to complete or have completed a Cert III or Cert IV in Learning Support (Education Support); Has attained or willing to get an LR / Mini-bus licence is highly desirable. Selection Process Following the closure of applications, the School's Selection Committee will consider applications and contact suitable candidates for an interview as they are received. Salary Salary will align with NSW Christian Schools General Staff Multi-Enterprise Agreement at the successful applicant's level of responsibility and experience. Got Questions? If you would like further information, please contact us at – Our Story Arise was established at the beginning of in the buildings of sister school, Maitland Christian School, until the new facilities opened in Arise Christian College is currently registered to enrol students from Years K-12. The initial idea of a school like Arise came from Maitland Christian School's observed needs of some of its existing students. They believe that they had passionate and excellent teachers, highly proficient teaching practice, the best available educational programs and students who were actively engaged in the learning process. However, despite this, some students were not experiencing the level of success in their academic learning we knew they were capable of. After much research and investigation, the school board decided that the best avenue to support these students was to create an environment where their needs could be better met. This is where Arise Christian College began. The board had a vision of a school where significantly more support than a mainstream school could offer would be an option for students with a barrier to their learning. #J-18808-Ljbffr