<p><strong>Location:</strong> Campbell, ACT<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Temporary&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $68,825 full-time equivalent plus superannuation.&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Negotiable&nbsp;<br><strong>Closing Date:&nbsp;</strong>11.55 pm, Sunday 24 November 2024&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About St Thomas More's Primary</strong></p><p>Welcome to St. Thomas More’s Primary School in Campbell, a nurturing community established by the Sisters of the Holy Faith in 1961. As a proud Catholic Archdiocesan School, we offer a warm and inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported. Our small school structure allows us to provide&nbsp;personalised&nbsp;attention, ensuring that each student’s unique needs are&nbsp;recognised&nbsp;and catered for.&nbsp;</p><p>At St. Thomas More’s, we are dedicated to creating a secure atmosphere where children can flourish; building self-esteem and resilience through engaging, well-rounded education. Our dedicated teachers inspire a love for learning, while our dynamic community fosters strong friendships and collaboration. With a focus on holistic development, we prepare students not just academically, but also socially and emotionally, empowering them to become confident, compassionate individuals. Join us in nurturing the next generation in a school where every child can truly shine!&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>The Defence School Mentor is responsible for building strong relationships with defence students and their families. This role plays a key role in developing a range of activities for dependants of Defence members and families to ease the impact of mobility and service-related parental absence.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting and assisting students from Defence families to integrate into the school community.</li><li>Creating greater and ongoing awareness within the school community of the needs of young people from Defence families.</li><li>Working with individuals, groups, families, and stakeholders to develop, implement and evaluate relevant programs.</li><li>Promoting the participation of young people from Defence families in school and community activities.</li><li>Provide advocacy and negotiation support for these young people, as required.</li><li>Providing Defence students and their families with information and appropriate referral to support services.</li><li>Developing resources and programs to support students from Defence families.</li><li>Proactively contributing to the school team, adhering to school policies and priorities.</li><li>Assisting with mandatory reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP).</li><li>Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).</li></ul><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p><p>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.&nbsp;</p><p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stmore.act.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Luke Donnelly&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6249 8869&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;luke.donnelly@cg.catholic.edu.au</p><p><strong>Application queries: </strong>Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503871/defence-school-mentor-st-thomas-mores-primary-campbell-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>