The Chance: 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 varied 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 skilled 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 workplace 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.

📌 Curriculum (Gladstone Central)
🏢 Catholic Education South Australia
📍 Gladstone Central