<p>At Mater Maria, our co-educational community is focused on learning, positive support networks and an infinite array of opportunities grounded in our shared College values of Community, Hospitality, Justice, Spirituality and Stewardship. Our young men and women are called to nurture curiosity and be globally focused, ready to make an impact on the world in ways that matter.</p> <p>We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated <strong>Learner Diversity Aide</strong> to a support students with diverse learning and physical needs. Working under the direction of classroom teachers and the Learner Diversity Team you will play a key role in helping a male student participate fully in school life. Your work will involve both learning assistance in the classroom and personal care support as required.</p> <p>This is a permanent, part-time opportunity working 60.5 hours per fortnight commencing Term 1 2026.<br> &nbsp;<br><strong>Why join us at Catholic Schools Broken Bay?</strong> &nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br> We value our staff and educators so they can best support every student entrusted to our care to learn and flourish. This is why we have taken the initiative to get ahead of the market and offer the following unique benefits to our staff:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><strong>Higher Pay: </strong>Our four-year CSBB Enterprise Agreement provides salaries which are currently around 2% <strong>above</strong> the NSW Department of Education. Our EA is also underpinned by a guarantee our rates will be at least 1.5% above the NSW Department of Education into the future&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Staff voice:</strong> Our Enterprise Agreement reflects our deep commitment to having systems in place which give our frontline staff a genuine voice in their work&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Staff School Fee Discounts: </strong>Eligible staff receive a 25% discount on their children’s school fees at our schools, pro-rated to their FTE&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Wellbeing Support:</strong> we provide a robust wellbeing program to ensure our staff thrive and grow.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Specific Criteria</strong></p> <p>The Learner Diversity Aide provides targeted support under the direction of the classroom teacher to promote student participation, independence, and access to curriculum.&nbsp;In particular, the Leader Diversity Aide will be expected to meet the following criteria:</p> <p><strong>Physical and health support duties</strong></p> <ul> <li>Toileting, washing and dressing students</li> <li>Undertaking Health Care Procedures as defined by the Enterprise Agreement</li> <li>Feeding support, including enteral feeding</li> <li>Mobility assistance (e.g. use of hoists, wheelchairs, or standing frames)</li> <li>Applying first aid</li> <li>Providing emergency care as per a student's Health Care Plan &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>Additional criteria</p> <ul> <li>Be highly effective, skilled administration services/support officer with experience in a busy dynamic office environment&nbsp;</li> <li>Possess high level interpersonal, presentation and communication skills, and the ability to develop positive relationships with staff, student, parents/carers and community members&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills&nbsp;</li> <li>Be task focused with attention to detail and flexibility regarding duties&nbsp;</li> <li>Be able to work collaboratively as part of a dynamic professional learning community&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Us</strong>&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br> We are Catholic Schools Broken Bay, a vibrant and enriching learning environment that spans the Central Coast, Sydney's Northern Beaches and the North Shore. Students are engaged, empowered and inspired to become their best selves. Our 45 schools all promote faith, learning and wellbeing in the pursuit of our system wide Strategy, <i>Shaping Tomorrow: Together in Faith</i>. We invite parents, caregivers, and students to discover a Catholic education delivered with care and compassion, available through our Kindergarten to Year 12 pathways.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How do I apply?</strong>&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br> Applications should include:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>A Cover Letter of no more than two pages addressing why you are interested in the role and addressing each of the specific criteria listed above; and&nbsp;</li> <li>A current Resume&nbsp;</li> <li>A valid Working With Children Check for paid employment purpose&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><i><strong>Please note, we may interview candidates prior to the closing date so we encourage you to submit an application as soon as reasonably possible.</strong></i>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<br><strong>Agencies, please note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position.</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>At Catholic Schools Broken Bay, child safety is paramount. Our commitment is for our school communities to be spaces where every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to grow and flourish. We actively seek individuals who recognise and are willing to commit to safeguarding as a shared responsibility.</i>&nbsp;</p>