<p><i>Please do&nbsp;not&nbsp;apply through this website.</i> Applicants must complete the relevant application form available online at&nbsp;<strong>www.danebank.nsw.edu.au/people/</strong></p> <p><strong>Danebank</strong></p> <p>We believe Danebank is a workplace of choice. Our staff are passionate about learning and deeply committed to the wellbeing and growth of each girl. Our heart to serve and vision to improve drives our collaboration, innovation, professional growth and pursuit of the best for ourselves and our community.&nbsp;</p> <p>Danebank staff enjoy contemporary learning spaces and resources, generous conditions and an extensive program of professional learning encouraging innovation and collaboration.&nbsp;</p> <p>It is an exciting time to join our community.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Position</strong></p> <p><i>Full Time / Permanent (Term Time Only)</i></p> <p>Dedicated Learning Support Assistants are foundational to the learning environment at Danebank. As such, Learning Support Assistants are responsible for creating and maintaining effective learning environments which support the learning needs of the students.</p> <p>Applications from suitably qualified Learning Support Assistants are welcome for our full-time position within our Roseby Class. Our Roseby Class caters for students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities.</p> <p>Our Roseby Class students follow programs that are individually appropriate in a welcoming and encouraging classroom environment. We place strong emphasis on resilience and social skills, with girls developing the skills to help them establish independence and work-readiness.</p> <p>If you have had experience working with special needs education, we would love to hear from you.</p> <p><strong>Skills &amp; Personal Qualities</strong></p> <ul> <li>A personal Christian faith and commitment, demonstrating a commitment to Christian teaching practice.</li> <li>Ability to work with a range of people and build relationships across all areas.</li> <li>Demonstrated organisation and prioritisation skills.</li> <li>Experience in working with students with intellectual disabilities.</li> <li>Experience working with neurodiverse students.</li> <li>Excellent people skills and a strong desire to help people.</li> <li>Empathy and genuine care.</li> <li>Patience and calm under pressure.</li> <li>Clear, adaptable communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and parents.</li> <li>Observation and data collection, attention to detail.</li> <li>Confidentiality and professionalism.</li> <li>Knowledge of safety and care procedures.</li> <li>Resilience.&nbsp;</li> <li>Positive mindset.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Essential Qualifications and Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>Certificate III Educational Support or equivalent&nbsp;</li> <li>Working with Children check required.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in working with children in a special learning needs environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Job Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>General physical fitness. The role requires LSAs to attend to student needs away from the school (e.g. on camps or work experience) and some students may require physical assistance.</li> <li>Work is varied and will require walking, standing in class including kitchens, catching public transport, attending outdoor sporting events, excursions, shopping trips and camps, and some carrying (up to 5 kilos).</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>A Child-Safe Organisation</strong></p> <p>Danebank is committed to being a child-safe organisation, putting the needs and interests of our students first. All Danebank staff are required to comply with applicable child-protection legislation and are responsible for ensuring that the school’s child-safe policies, procedures and programs are at the forefront of all we do. This includes maintaining a child-safe culture, adopting strategies and taking action to promote child wellbeing, and keeping students safe from harm. The school has zero tolerance for child abuse.&nbsp;</p>