The Opportunity:

Join a vibrant school community where every day makes a difference! St Joseph's Parish School Gladstone is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Education Support Officer (ESO) – Curriculum to become an integral part of our team.

26 hours per week In this rewarding role, you will:

- Support and assist teachers in meeting the diverse educational needs of students.
- Work under the direction of the Principal (or delegate) to ensure learning goals are achieved.
- Operate with independence and initiative, receiving little direct supervision and only occasional progress checks.
- Provide hands-on assistance with student learning activities, helping to create an inclusive and engaging classroom environment.

This is your chance to contribute to a school that values collaboration, growth, and the joy of learning. If you’re passionate about education and thrive in a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

The Sucessful applicant will

- Commitment to Catholic ethos: Uphold and actively contribute to the values and mission of St Joseph’s Parish School.
- Student support expertise: Demonstrated ability to work, supervise, and communicate effectively with school students, including those with special needs.
- Inclusive practice: Broad knowledge of supportive behaviour techniques that positively contribute to student learning.
- Positive behaviour modelling: Ability to model and reinforce positive behaviour procedures.
- Initiative and problem-solving: Proven capacity to take significant initiative, apply solutions to wide-ranging challenges,



and plan approaches that support student wellbeing, social interactions, and learning outcomes.
- Interpersonal skills: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to foster positive interactions within the school community and with external stakeholders, including supervising staff when required.
- Independent work ethic: Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, while following direction on broader technical aspects of the role.
- Organisational ability: Strong time management and organisational skills, with the capacity to prioritise tasks and take responsibility for outcomes.
- ICT proficiency: Competence in using computers, software applications, and office/ICT equipment.
- Confidentiality: Demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality at all times.
- Adaptability: Ability to respond effectively to unexpected situations and emergencies.
- Professional growth: Active commitment to ongoing professional learning and development.

Role Requirements

- Certificate IV in Education Support (or equivalent), or relevant knowledge and experience in a comparable role. Prior experience in an education environment is highly desirable.
- Act in accordance with the CESA Code of Conduct and the Charter for Staff in Catholic Schools in South Australia.
- Hold a current acceptable Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance and screening to work in Catholic Education South Australia.
- Current certification in Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect in Education and Care Settings.
- First Aid Qualification as directed by the school.

📌 CurriculumClassroom Support (Gladstone Central)
🏢 Catholic Education South Australia
📍 Gladstone Central