School Learning Support Officer (Preschool) – Identified – Full Time – Ongoing – Lake Illawarra South Public School *****BCNG)
Location
Lake Illawarra South Public School, Lake Illawarra, NSW
Number of Positions
1
Total Remuneration Package
The salary range for this position is $***** - $***** per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
FTE
*****
Contact
Phone number: **********
School Admin: ********
Closing Date
26-Aug-****, 6:00:00 AM
Job Category
SASS
Organisation
School Administrative and Support
Position Information
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
School Learning Support Officers (SLSO) provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs including disability in classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational outcomes.
SLSO (Preschool) work as part of a team to assist and support in the development and implementation of the pre-school program. This support includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required. While a SLSO (Preschool) is classified and remunerated at the ACECQA approved certificate III level, applicants with a Diploma or higher-level qualification are welcome to apply.
Essential Requirements
On appointment must be working towards or hold an Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) approved Certificate III in Children's Services or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
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).
This vacancy is for one School Learning Support Officer (Preschool) at Lake Illawarra South Public Preschool. Lake Illawarra South Public Preschool is one of 100 current public preschools announced by the NSW Government. The preschool is an approved early childhood education and service and is due to open in the first half of **** pending building and regulatory approvals. The preschool will provide quality play-based, intentional educational programs under the requirements of the National Quality Framework, to help all children make a strong start in life and learning and experience a successful transition to school.
Student Learning Support Officers (Preschool) have specific additional duties, in addition to the general duties for School Learning Support Officers that are required to be performed. These include supporting the learning and behaviour of preschool children in the delivery of the daily preschool program; regular cleaning and minor maintenance of preschool resources, furniture and equipment; stocktake of furniture, equipment and learning resources; and preparation of morning and afternoon tea and associated activities.
Qualifications and Skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities.
Commitment to protecting and promoting the safety, wellbeing and rights of all children.
Ability to work with young children.
Awareness of the needs of young children.
Conditions




This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position. Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.
Special Notes
It is anticipated that the positions will commence on Day 1, Term 4, ****, 12 October ****.
About the NSW Department of Education
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, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
Information Session
On Wednesday, 19th August **** at 2:30pm, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the position and interview to build confidence in your application.
To register your interest, please fill out the registration form or by scanning the QR code below. We will be in touch with further details and the meeting link. Alternatively, you may email the team at with subject line "Yarn Up" noting the job reference number.
Job Reference Number: ****BCNG
Wednesday, 19th August **** at 2:30pm
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