Job No:ERFSEESC02
- Location: The incumbent will be required to work at Elizabeth Campus
- Contract: Fixed Term (until 26 January 2025), Part Time, Term time
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am to 2:55pm
- Wednesday 8:30am to 4:30pm
- Start Date: To be negotiated with successful applicant.
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
The Edmund Rice Flexi School Elizabeth is a campus of Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA). Our school provides an educational and wellbeing service for young people aged 12 - 21 years of age. Edmund Rice Flexi School aims to re-engage young people who are looking to access a different way of learning. Fundamental to our operation are the principles of Respect, Participation, Honesty and Safe & Legal. Staff and young people come together on 'common ground' where everyone has a voice in making decisions and establishing working agreements to foster a positive environment where young people can achieve positive educational and wellbeing outcomes.
Edmund Rice Flexi creates an environment where young people are given their voice in a safe setting whilst receiving a high level of wellbeing and educational support to help them achieve outcomes identified in their Learning and Wellbeing Plans. Students can complete their secondary schooling and access a variety of SACE subjects, internal and external VET (Vocational Education Training) courses and vocational training such as White card, First aid Certificate, and other options. Young people also have the opportunity to access a variety of engagement activities including music, health and physical education, art, catering/hospitality, community service and any other areas of interest.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Education Support Officer - Curriculum reports to the Head of Campus at Elizabeth Flexible Learning Centre. Their responsibility is to support a teacher in the development and delivery of targeted, intensive literacy and numeracy programs. The ESO will work one-on-one and in small group support. They will develop Personal Learning Plans and collect data (particularly ACSF and NCCD adjustments). They will undertake administrative duties such as the preparation of resources, wellbeing support and follow-up. The ESO provides educational and wellbeing support to the young people of the campus including engagement and program activities. They work collaboratively and are supported by Teachers, Youth/Social Workers, the Program Coordinator, the Inclusive Education Co-ordinator, AHOCs and the Principal.
Key Responsibilities & Experience
- A minimum of 3-5 years' experience with disenfranchised youth, in an education setting - essential.
- DHS Working with Children Clearance.
- Catholic Police Clearance - granted by the Screening & Verification Authority - Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide.
- Ability to develop and implement a range of appropriate strategies to support young people with their learning;
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team;
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain professional relationships with all stakeholders.
ABOUT YOU
- A SA Working with Children Clearance Notice and a Catholic Archdiocese Working with Children Check.
- Previous experience in the education sector with knowledge and understanding of the local First Nations communities.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
- Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/a.
- Learn how to do school differently.
- Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment.
- Induction, wellbeing and ongoing professional development.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Shaun Clarke, Area Principal SA, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd. on or via email .
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 3PM (ACST) Friday 14 March 2025.
The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.
All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.
Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
