<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Tuggeranong, ACT</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Permanent<br><strong>Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Part-time</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp;$68,825.00 to $79,971.00 + Superannuation (based on qualifications and experience, pro-rata for part-time appointments)</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;Term 2, 2024</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55pm Sunday 7 April 2024</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>About Us</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>About the College</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">St Mary MacKillop College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning, the support of family life, and the enrichment of all our people. The curriculum at St Mary MacKillop College is undertaken in an environment where each person is valued and respected as an individual whose personal growth is of paramount importance.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">St Mary MacKillop College aims to provide the education experience that helps every student be the best they can be. Classroom, learning and faculty specialist support assistants are vital members of the College educational support staff whose role is to help achieve this objective across all curriculum areas.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Support assistant presence is aimed at helping to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the teaching and learning environment, and to support and contribute to the overall role of the teacher, faculty and College. The Learning Commons Support Assistant at St Mary MacKillop provides assistance to all students and staff in accessing materials and resources within the library and supporting the Learning Commons.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Learning Commons Support Assistant positions are located across both the Learning Commons at the Padua Campus Wanniassa (Yr &nbsp;7-9) and the St Peter’s Campus Isabella (Yr 10-12).</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">A positive and collaborative workplace culture</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high impact teaching practice</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Be student-centred in their approach to work in the learning commons, with a friendly and approachable demeanour to make the Learning Commons a welcoming space for all students and staff.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Be confident with digital technology, and an experienced user with the Microsoft Office software suite.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Experience or interest in working within a library environment.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Previous experience working with adolescents, particularly in an educational environment will be well regarded but is not mandatory.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Support the College Vision, promoting an atmosphere where Catholic principles and practices flourish in a welcoming, diverse community.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">An understanding of the principles of child protection and confidentiality.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">The ability to prioritise tasks, manage time, plan and organise one's own work to ensure deadlines are met.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Ability to work autonomously without supervision.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Highly professional manner and strong interpersonal skills with a courteous, calm and welcoming demeanour.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">The ability to positively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and build productive working relationships.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.<em><br><br></em></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Application Process</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the position description.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">For further information about the School, please visit our school website <a href="https://www.mackillop.act.edu.au/">here.</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a><span style="text-decoration-line: underline">.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Position specific queries:</strong> Please contact MacKillop Recruitment on&nbsp;02 6209 5215 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:michael.lee@mackillop.act.edu.au">recruitment@mackillop.act.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on&nbsp;02 6218 0007 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">Recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></span></p><br><br><p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/502952/learning-commons-support-assistant-st-mary-mackillop-college-canberra-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>