School Learning Support Officer Early Childhood - Part time - Ongoing - Bowen Public School The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
About the Role
Department early intervention support classes provide specialist support for children prior to school entry who have a confirmed disability. Early intervention staff work together with families, other early childhood educators, therapists, health professionals, other agencies and schools to support each child's development and meaningful participation in all aspects of their life. There is a strong focus on supporting each child's inclusion in early childhood education and on supporting successful transitions.
The school learning support officer is responsible to the principal of the school and is part of the school community. The school learning support officer:
Works under the direct supervision of the early intervention teacher to assist with routines, learning activities and the care and management of children in the early intervention support class. Assists the teacher to develop, implement and evaluate individualised learning and support plans and class programs in line with the Early Years Learning Framework. 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). Desired Requirements
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. Selection Criteria
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. Effective communication skills. 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 all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking "Apply Online" below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees.
If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.
Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper-based, email-based or late applications will be accepted.
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