Learning Support Officer & Personal Care Attendant

• Real Life Learning
• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

We have a fantastic opportunity for an innovative and experienced Learning Support Officer to join Penola Catholic College and work in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a Learning Support Officer and Personal Care Attendant will be responsible for supporting and assisting students with additional needs. The role will provide assistance in the classroom and out of the classroom working closely with teaching staff and Learning Diversity Teachers to ensure our students with additional needs are given every assistance to learn and reach their full potential. The staff member designated to this position is to bear in mind the confidentiality of some of the information made available through the role and thus apply a professional approach in all matters pertaining to the role. This is a fixed term part time role 0.80FTE, Monday to Friday, which attracts twelve weeks of annual leave (to be taken during the school holidays) and will commence in Term 2. About You To be successful you will have previous experience in learning support roles and/or supporting students, with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise professional judgement at all times, experience in Personal Care is desirable. Previous experience working in a large secondary College would be advantageous. You must have a valid Working With Children Check. You will also have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. Why Work With UsWe Will Provide You With

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development
• An opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students
• Supportive and welcoming Catholic school community
• Collaborative team environment where your ideas are valued

Please review the attached Position Description for further information. _Applications close Friday 13 March, 12.00pm with interviews to take place the week commencing 16 March._About Penola Catholic College Penola Catholic College is a co-educational college for students from years 7-12 with two campuses in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. College campuses are situated in Glenroy, which caters for years 7 and 8, and the senior campus in Broadmeadows that features years 9 to 12 and a total college enrolment of approximately 1,500 students. We provide students with real life learning opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for the “business of living”. How to Apply Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted by clicking on Apply. All Applications Must Include The Following Documents

• Cover letter and
• Resume

Failure to provide these documents may result in your application not being considered. For further information about Penola Catholic College please visit www.penola.vic.edu.au Penola Catholic College is an equal opportunity employer that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this. Salary will be in accordance with the CEMEA2022 Additional Information We welcome applications for an innovative and experienced Learning Support Officer and Personal Care Attendant to join our supportive and collaborative team.