At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with diverse learning needs in classrooms and promote their wellbeing.
- Company: John Edmondson High School, a vibrant and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, superannuation contributions, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team in a culturally rich community with growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Working with Children Check and a passion for supporting diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 44.53 - 44.53 $ per hour.
The salary range for this position is $38.33 - $44.53 per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
School Learning Support Officers provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs including disability in classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational outcomes. This support includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required. In addition, School Learning Support Officers may provide specific support for students in the following streams or settings: pre‐school, vision support, hearing support, and bilingual. Student Learning Support Officers working in these streams/settings have specific additional duties, in addition to the general duties for School Learning Support Officers that are required to be performed.
Essential Requirements:
- Working with Children Check Clearance
- Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the School Learning Support Officer role.
- Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.
- Health support training to be provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions).
John Edmondson High School, with an enrolment of approximately 1130 students, including 67% of students from a non‐English speaking background and 33 Aboriginal students, is a dynamic Year 7 - 12 comprehensive co‐educational high school. The school serves a community in South West Sydney in the Liverpool area that includes a wide range of families from diverse cultural and socio‐economic groups living in suburban, as well as semi‐rural environments.
The school has an extensive curriculum and promotes academic, sporting and leadership development and achievement. Innovative features include extensive technological resources and numerous opportunities for student enrichment. Strong links with partner Primary Schools as well as external providers are being extended to further develop student opportunities for learning and success.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities. Awareness of the needs of students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities.
Special Notes:
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high‐quality public education to two‐thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment.
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
School Learning Support Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - John Edmondson High School in Sydney employer: NSW Police Force
John Edmondson High School is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture for educators. Located in Sydney's vibrant southwest, the school offers ample opportunities for professional growth and community engagement, allowing teachers to make a meaningful impact on students with autism and mild intellectual disabilities. With a commitment to excellence in education, staff are encouraged to collaborate and innovate within a dynamic environment that values diversity and inclusivity.
