School Learning Support Officer Full-Time

Rissalah College is a progressive, high quality, school located in Lakemba with strong Islamic ethos. The College is passionate about its students and dedicated to providing a quality learning experience, based around a world-class teaching and learning model, which pursues academic excellence.

This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to join a school with a friendly, vibrant and dynamic team environment and grow as a professional.

 The position is for full-time employment as a School Learning Support Officer, immediate start. 

 The successful candidate will:

 ·         Be enthusiastic, hardworking and energetic, demonstrating a willingness to learn, take initiative.

·         Have a positive and warm attitude towards young children and seeing them nurtured in all areas.

·         Have completed Year 12 HSC or Equivalent

·         Have relevant qualifications such as a Diploma of Education Support, Certificate III or IV in Education Support

·         Hold a current NSW Working with Children Check or be willing to obtain one prior to employment.

·         Hold a current First Aide Certificate or be willing to obtain one upon employment.

 Key roles and responsibilities:

 ·         Assist in providing individual and small-group educational support intervention 

·         Provide individual assistance to students as necessary 

·         Assist students to complete work during whole class activities.

·         Assist in implementing class rules and routines 

·         Work collaboratively with the Learning Support team and classroom teachers to develop resources, deliver set programs and provide adjustments for students with learning difficulties

·         Accompany students on school excursions or out-of-routine activities such as sporting carnivals

·         Communicate effectively and meet with parents as appropriate/required to discuss the needs of their child

·         Supervise students whilst on playground duties and assist with bus supervision.