<p><strong>Location:</strong> Holy Spirit College, Bellambi</p> <p>A permanent full-time position commencing 27 January 2026 until 28 January 2030. The position supports the learning and teaching of a class of students with diagnosed Autism and/or mild-moderate intellectual disability, and/or other disability, that require intensive individualised adjustments. The successful candidate will be responsible for working as part of a team to create a welcoming, safe and supportive learning environment conducive to meeting the particular learning needs of the students enrolled.</p> <p>This is a permanent full-time position with Catholic Education, Diocese of Wollongong (CEDoW), based at Holy Spirit College, Bellambi. The appointment to this position is anticipated to be a four-year appointment commencing 27 January 2026.&nbsp;&nbsp;After the completion of the four-year term, a position within a systemic school will be negotiated.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA</p> <ul> <li>Have qualifications to teach Religious Education or the willingness to undertake relevant study in this area, according to the CEDoW General Terms of Employment.</li> <li>Be an active and committed Catholic or demonstrate a willingness to support the ethos of the Catholic school.</li> <li>Have a Special/Inclusive Education qualification or a commitment to gaining qualifications in Special/Inclusive Education and/or experience teaching in a support class.</li> <li>Demonstrate an ability to provide appropriate adjustments to meet the learning needs of students with particular diverse needs, including students with a diagnosis of Autism.</li> <li>Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills, and an ability to work independently and as part of a team to lead, mentor, and work collaboratively with all support staff, teachers in regular classes, parents/caregivers, personnel from external agencies and the wider community.</li> <li>Have an understanding of the role of collaborative curriculum planning process to inform patterns of study for students with autism.</li> <li>Demonstrate an understanding of the Disability Standards for Education (DSE) 2005 and the processes integral to the annual Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).</li> <li>Have strong skills in the integration of information and communication technologies in the learning process for students with diverse learning needs.</li> <li>Demonstrate an understanding of positive behaviour approaches and an ability to develop and maintain a positive, innovative approach to support students with challenging behaviours.</li> <li>Be committed to ongoing personal and professional learning, formation and growth.</li> </ul> <p>DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA</p> <ul> <li>Show an understanding of legislation that underpins inclusive education in Australia.</li> <li>Show an understanding of Diverse Learning Needs Policy and Path to Life: A Framework for Pastoral Care and Wellbeing (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.dow.catholic.edu.au">www.dow.catholic.edu.au</a> under policies) based on the National Safe Schools Framework.</li> <li>An awareness of the Diocesan Lighting the Way Strategic Plan.</li> <li>Have the capacity to lead quality teaching practice, based on the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ONehvj4Xsk8vHw3iO1VvKlnl4__KtLb5/view">Diocesan Learning and Teaching Framework.</a></li> </ul> <p>The following GENERAL CAPABILITIES are applicable to the role:</p> <ul> <li>Well-developed interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Well-developed oral and written communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.</li> <li>Strong organisational skills.</li> </ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>Appropriate qualifications for teaching nominated Key Learning Area (s).</li> <li>Level B Accreditation in accordance with the To Work, Teach and Lead policy or a commitment to gain this level within the first 5 years of employment with CEDoW.</li> <li>The applicant must be registered to teach with NESA.</li> </ul> <p>WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE</p> <p>This role is classified as child-related work and therefore, a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.&nbsp;</p> <p>POSITION APPLICATION&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants are required to complete an online application that requests a brief response to the essential criteria (equivalent to 2-3 pages) and submit a concise CV (2-3 pages).</p> <p>To submit your Application, please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.</p> <p><strong>Closing date: 3 October 2025 at 5pm</strong></p>