<p><strong>Location:</strong> Catholic Education Office, Wollongong</p> <p>Are you an organised, adaptable, and personable individual looking for flexible casual work across the Shoalhaven region?</p> <p>We are seeking energetic and reliable staff to provide support in a school office or classroom across the Shoalhaven region as a <strong>Casual School Support Officer (SSO)</strong></p> <p>Whether your strengths lie in front-office customer service and school administration, or providing assistance in the classroom and supporting student learning, this casual role offers the opportunity to keep our schools running smoothly while making a meaningful impact every day.</p> <p>As a Catholic system of schools, we're seeking individuals who&nbsp;demonstrate&nbsp;a commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church through education.</p> <p><strong>Note:</strong> Obtaining casual approval makes you eligible to work as a Casual SSO across Catholic schools within the Diocese of Wollongong (CEDoW), though it does not guarantee continuous employment.</p> <p><strong>Essential Application Requirements</strong></p> <p>To complete your application form successfully, please ensure you have the following ready:</p> <ol> <li><strong>Eligibility Criteria (Must meet at least one):</strong></li> </ol> <ul> <li>&nbsp; <ul> <li><strong>Qualifications:</strong> Certificate III in Education Support and/or Business Administration OR equivalent (please contact Recruitment to confirm eligibility)</li> <li><strong>Experience:</strong> Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a similar role</li> <li><strong>Current Studies</strong>: Currently undergoing tertiary qualifications to become a Teacher (at least completed first year of tertiary qualification in Education/Teaching)</li> </ul></li> </ul> <ol> <li><strong>Child Safety Clearance:</strong> A current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for paid employment (strictly required prior to commencement).</li> <li><strong>Proof of Identity:</strong> Valid government-issued photo ID documents.</li> <li><strong>Professional References:</strong> Satisfactory referee checks from recent professional supervisors.</li> <li><strong>Employment Declaration:</strong> Satisfactory completion of the official CEDoW Employment Declaration form.</li> </ol> <p>If this is the opportunity you have been waiting for, <strong>Click Apply Now!</strong></p> <p><strong>Closing Date: 11 October 2026 at 11.55pm</strong></p> <p><i>Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is unwavering in our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. This is at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><i>Every child has the right to be informed, heard, respected, empowered and to feel safe.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><i>As school communities and as individuals, we commit to keeping children and young people safe, and to work together with them to create cultures that honour dignity and enrich wellbeing.</i></p>