Learning Support Officer

MacKillop Catholic Regional College (see more jobs from this school)

WERRIBEE, VIC 


Learning Support / Teacher's Aide

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 23 February 2025


We are a Catholic Coeducational Secondary College with two campuses, set on approximately 20 hectares of beautiful gardens and playing fields. MacKillop is an innovative learning community offering contemporary facilities, a vibrant curriculum and supportive wellbeing programs that are respectful and responsive to the individual needs of approximately 1,730 students from Years 7-12.

<p>We invite passionate educators at every stage of their career to consider joining our vibrant community of dedicated staff. Our college is experiencing an exciting time of growth, and we need additional Learning Support Officers to partner with our teachers, to ensure we meet the individual learning needs of our students.</p><p>To be successful you need to be an enthusiastic and positive role model, and a person who will respect the individuality and neurodiversity of all students. We are looking for a person with a genuine passion for working with young people and supporting them to achieve their personal and academic potential and prepare them for life both in and outside of the classroom.</p><p>At MacKillop College we are committed to innovation through collaboration, and you will be invited to step into a role which offers a unique opportunity to reflect and strengthen your learning support practices and make a variety of contributions towards improving educational outcomes.</p><p>Our staff enjoy the benefit of a welcoming and supportive culture, contemporary learning facilities and professional support which includes, a team of dedicated coaches, mentors, and a variety of skills development opportunities.</p><p>As a Catholic College, our staff must be supportive of a school culture that; reflects Gospel values; celebrates its catholic identity; and requires a pastoral approach towards student and staff wellbeing.</p><p><strong>Our ideal Candidate will have</strong></p><p>• a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school<br />• a passion for supporting students with different learning needs<br />• a calm and patient communication style<br />• a demonstrated ability to foster a welcoming and safe learning environment<br />• a qualification in Education Support</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong><br />• our educators are invited to regularly reflect upon and strengthen their practice<br />• our welcoming and supportive culture based on Gospel Values and a pastoral approach towards educator and student wellbeing<br />• contemporary learning facilities, across two campuses<br />• professional collaboration and support, including access to a team of dedicated instructional coaches and teacher mentors<br />• future career opportunities with our new K-12 campus in Wyndham Vale opening 2027.</p><p><strong>Application</strong><br />To apply for this role please visit <a href="https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/information/employment/" rel="nofollow">https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/information/employment/</a> and review the role description. Applications must include:</p><p>• MacKillop College application for employment form<br />• a current Curriculum Vitae<br />• a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the position</p><p>Completed applications can be emailed to <a href="mailto:employment&#64;mackillop.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">employment&#64;mackillop.vic.edu.au</a> <br /><br />Applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made anytime throughout the process.</p><p>Pre-service teachers are also encouraged to make contact about employment opportunities.</p><p>Further information: please contact Michael Trainor, Director People &amp; Culture on 0439 560 092.</p><p><i><strong>MacKillop College promotes the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all students</strong></i></p>