School Officer (Inclusive Education) – Beaudesert in Logan City

About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos.

About Our School
McAuley College is a 7-12 co-educational secondary College in Beaudesert at the heart of the Scenic Rim. The College prioritises learning and wellbeing for everyone and prides itself on its inclusive approach. As a rural school, we are proud to be an active contributor to our local community and work to connect our students and staff with the Beaudesert Community. As a school in the Mercy Tradition, we work collaboratively to ensure that students and staff at McAuley College are Known, Supported and Challenged. This focus underpins our College touchstones of BELIEVE, LEARN, and SERVE.

Summary
McAuley College is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Officer (Inclusive Education) to provide one-on-one support to a student, assisting with their learning, wellbeing, engagement and participation in school life. Working closely with teachers and support staff, the successful applicant will play an important role in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive.

About The Opportunity
Duties you will be responsible for will include:

• Providing support to a student with additional needs, including assisting with the personal care requirements.
• Assist with the manual handling and safe transfer of students as required, following established health and safety guidelines.
• Assisting with the planning, preparation and delivery of effective learning and teaching programs, including the use technology and learning support activities.
• Monitoring the progress of the student and identifying learning areas to provide evidence-based intervention strategies.
• Improving student learning outcomes by providing support and advice on supporting students with diverse learning needs.
• Collaborating with school specialists in organising and assisting with intervention groups to coordinate services.
• Documenting observation notes, intervention programs and assist in the collation and preparation of classroom materials.

About You
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Ability to assist in delivering teaching programs, including technology use and learning support.
• Knowledge of how to prepare learning activities and organise resources/materials for lessons.
• Organisational skills to maintain the safety and cleanliness of resources and promptly arrange for repairs or replacements as needed.
• Experience in supervising small groups or individual students to support learning and disabilities.
• Strong admin skills.
• Enrolment in Certificate III in Education Support would be highly regarded.

Eligibility And Safeguarding Requirements
Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment. Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Benefits
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent).
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards.
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options.
• Active staff social club and wellness programs.
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access– discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date. Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk. Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.