• Support Students with disabilities assist teachers in the classroom
• Balwyn Location, 5 days per week, School Terms only
• Suitable for those looking for school hours 
• Attractive Salary Packaging benefits, Paid School Holidays

St Paul’s College is a Catholic Special Education school that sits within Villa Maria Catholic Homes (VMCH). St Paul’s College community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. St Paul’s College is committed to provide a child safe learning environment.

St Paul’s College is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School's Child Safe Policies and Staff Code of Conduct according to Ministerial Order No. 870

VMCH is committed to working in partnership with people of all ages and abilities to help them achieve their individual goals and dreams and to remain connected to their communities and enjoy their independence.

About the role: 

We are seeking a Learning Support Officer to provide support to a positive learning environment for students, supporting their learning and wellbeing needs to reach their full potential within St Paul's College.

Specifically, your key responsibilities will include:

• Work collaboratively with teachers, assistants, or allied health staff to implement individual and group programs to support learning and wellbeing Students outcomes
• Support all programs and school activities including school wide Positive Behaviour Supports and Interventions, excursions, and school community events
• Work effectively with parents, always displaying professional Behaviour with an understanding of the issues affecting parents of a child with a disability
• Actively participate in all college activities including lunch, recess, staff room duty and special events
• Attend to the varying personal and physical needs of students including toileting and meal assistance

 Qualifications:

• Minimum Certificate 3 in Disability Services or Education Support or equivalent relevant qualifications or experience
• Current Level Two First Aid qualifications.
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Screening Clearance

 Desirable:

• Some experience working with children with disabilities

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.  APPLY NOW

 What’s possible

• Rewarding work, within a supportive environment
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary + salary packaging (with potential for increased take-home pay)
• Flexible, family friendly work culture
• Wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for you and close family members
• Enjoy access to Fitness Passport, helping you and your family stay active with heavily discounted access to hundreds of fitness and recreation venues
• Discounts on private health insurance, school holiday programs, car hire and much more!
• Open a high-interest savings account via our banking partner
• Join a place where diversity and inclusion lives, breathes and thrives.

More about us

At VMCH, we believe people should be seen and valued for who they are, not defined by the services they receive.
 
For more than a century, we have been part of Victorian communities, supporting people to live with purpose and connection. Led by our Catholic tradition, we recognise the inherent dignity and humanity of every person, their individuality, relationships, experiences and the contribution they make throughout their lives.
 
Across aged care, care at home, disability services, retirement living, specialist education and affordable housing, our role is to help people make their own choices, remain in control of their lives and stay connected to the people, places and communities that matter most to them.
 
Guided by our values of Love, Joy, Courage and Hospitality, more than 4,000 staff and volunteers support over 15,000 people across Victoria. Together, we create places of belonging where people are respected, included and empowered to live life on their own terms. 

Please note successful applicants to this position will be required to provide evidence of relevant work permits or Australian residency, and the necessary screening checks. Kindly note we do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from Recruitment Agencies.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

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