St Mary’s Primary School Corowa St Mary’s caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 with our focus being inspired by our school motto, “Love and Truth”. This motto comes from our valued Mercy tradition, which calls students, teachers and our community to embrace the values of: compassionate service, respect for others and the land and to act with the spirit of Christian hospitality. To find out more about St Mary's Corowa, click here. About Corowa To support the community’s lifestyle, Federation Council at Corowa provides a comprehensive range of community and library services, events, venues, public spaces and parks, as well as sport and recreation facilities. Our strong community spirit is forged from a comfortable and relaxed lifestyle and a willingness to nurture and support residents, local and regional businesses and visitors. Welcome to Corowa. To find out more, click here. Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga? Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities. In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning. We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs. Your New Role Classroom and learning support (CLS) is a dedicated service that provides a range of resources and assistance to students with disabilities and additional learning needs. It aims to create an inclusive learning environment where all students can reach their full potential. CLS staff work closely with classroom teachers to identify and address students' needs, providing tailored support and strategies. This may include direct instruction, small group work, assistive technology, and behavior management techniques. CLS also offers professional development to teachers, helping them implement effective inclusive practices. Assist teachers and students in and outside the Learning SpacesAssist with the supervision of small groups and/or individual students on activities, as directed by the teacherUndertake specific tasks with individuals or small groups of students under the guidance of the teacherToileting and supervising students during break times (on a shared roster)Support the students and/or teachers in the use of technologyAssist students with physical, medical or mobility challenges What We Can Offer Temporary Part-Time PositionCommencement ASAP - 19 December 202525 Hours / Fortnight Work days to be negotiated Discounted Bupa Health insuranceAccess to Salary PackagingAccess to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE PsychologySalary: Level 4 $36.12 per hour - Averaged (term-time only) Essential Criteria An understanding of and commitment to Catholic EducationAn understanding of inclusive education principlesExcellent communication and organisational skillsAn ability to work as part of a team and contribute positively to staff professional cultureInterest in and desire to help children grow and developWillingness to undertake specific tasks and implement with small groups of children or individual learnersExperience in working with students with additional needs is desirableAbility to work collaboratively with the classroom teacher and other Teacher AssistantsEnthusiasm and ability to work unsupervisedCurrent First Aid certificate and Anaphylaxis trainingCurrent NSW Working with Children CheckSuccessful candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check Accreditation for Support Staff in a Catholic School (Category A, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or working towards Accreditation. Applications & Enquiries If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Cheryl Brigden on 0459981604 and brigdenc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20and%20Learning%20Support%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">brigdenc@ww.catholic.edu.au Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their skills and experience against the selection criteria or position description to brigdenc@ww.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20and%20Learning%20Support%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">brigdenc@ww.catholic.edu.au If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further. All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team. Applications Close Tuesday 13th May 2025 Please note, interviews may occur as applications are received. "CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care" "CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds"
