David Scott School - Education Support Officer

Job Description

Apply now Job no: 497643Work type: Maximum Term Part-TimeLocation: FrankstonCategories: Teaching Aides and Special Needs BENEFITS Improve your take-home pay by using salary packaging options – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay )! Leave loading of 17.5% Employee Assistance Program Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year THE ROLE Our Education Support Officers contribute to the effectiveness of the learning program by collaborating with the class teacher and wellbeing worker allocated to the class. Learning Support Educators support the facilitation of educational outcomes for students. This may include but is not limited to literacy and numeracy intervention programs, in-class support, our on-site and TAFE based VET program, all incursions, excursions and school activities including camps. Trauma-informed practice and understanding is an integral part of this position within our school community. Learning Support Educators do hold responsibilities of supervision of students, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains with VIT registered staff. Work collaboratively within your triad team and across school departments to support student growth and short-term objectives aligned with their Individual Learning Plans. Assist teachers and wellbeing workers with classroom engagement, providing evidence-based strategies to support the learning outcomes for students. Assist in the preparation of student curriculum support resources and equipment, including modification of curriculum materials and NCCD documentation. Salary will be $64,613 to $71,742 pro-rata per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation. ABOUT THE BROTHERHOOD OF ST LAURENCE The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. The School is an initiative of the Brotherhood of St Laurence, and sits within the organisational structure of the Brotherhood of St Laurence. The School's vision is to ensure that all young people receive a high-quality education that empowers them to reach their potential and equips them for a good life. The School delivers an integrated education program to meet the literacy, numeracy, work-related and personal development needs of young people (aged 15-19) in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula region who are unable to participate in mainstream schooling. The David Scott School is a special assistance school located in Frankston. We are currently supporting students who have experienced barriers to striving in a mainstream school setting. We support students within the Victorian Pathways Certificate and VCE-Vocation Major Certificate. Our students are vibrant, diverse and resilient, aged 15-20 years old. As a school we thrive to support our students holistically across our model of learning. As an LSE (Learning Support Educator) you will be collaborating within a class team, consisting of a classroom teacher and Wellbeing professional. This role is crucial in enabling equal access to education, providing high expectations for growth and development alongside high levels of support. If you are passionate about working alongside young people to reach their personal and professional potential, we hope you apply. The successful candidate will be commencing in February 2025 until February 2026 with the potential to become ongoing. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for a learning educator who has the following key skills and experiences: Certificate IV or Diploma in Education Support or Special Education. Experience working with young people in adolescence or high school settings. Experience with trauma-informed practices and disability difference and diversity. CULTURE BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff. APPLY NOW If you have any questions about the role or want more clarification, please contact Darcie O'Sullivan on 0482 161 069 for a confidential discussion. Applications close: Wednesday, February 12th 2025 at 11.55 pm We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia. Advertised: 29 Jan 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 12 Feb 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) acknowledges and understands its obligations under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and recognises that all children and young people have the right to be treated with respect and care, and to be safe from all forms of abuse. BSL has a zero tolerance towards child abuse. Find out more about the work of the Brotherhood. The Brotherhood of St Laurence acknowledges and recognises the Traditional Owners of the land upon which we live and work, and we pay our respects to their Elders both past and present. Copyright Brotherhood of St Laurence 2015 #J-18808-Ljbffr