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Discover Jesus, Display Love, Develop Self
Cedar College, SA
Cedar College is an R-12 co-educational Christian school, situated in the suburb of Northgate, South Australia, 8 km north-east of the Adelaide CBD.
For 25 years, Cedar College has encouraged students in Primary and High School to Discover Jesus – as we value Christ as the foundation for real life, Display Love – in a supportive community with genuine relationships, and Develop Self – through our high standards in education.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Position Title: Primary Wellbeng Support Officer
Commencing: 20/01/2025
Type: Part-Time
Hours of Work:8:00 am to 3:30 pm, 5 days a week, 40 weeks per year, with 4 weeks annual leave. Wage is annualised over the year.
Reports to: Director of Upper Primary
FTE Salary: Commensurate with qualifications & experience
WORKING AT CEDAR COLLEGE
At Cedar College, we believe that children are created in the image of God and therefore are valued as unique and capable individuals, full of potential.
Our staff are responsible for creating welcoming learning environments that are positive, supportive and engaging. We want all our students to feel comfortable and safe, and to have the opportunity to learn and grow academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.
With a strong focus on building relationships, our students develop a sense of community and belonging that will support them in maximising their learning outcomes. Our support staff work alongside teachers to support students to experience learning in a way that meets their needs, helping them to become independent learners who develop a love of learning.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide one-on-one and group support sessions to help students navigate emotional and social challenges, under the guidance of the Cedar Care Coordinator.
- Implement wellbeing programs and activities that promote resilience, positive self-image, and healthy peer relationships.
- Act as a point of contact for students needing support and encouragement, fostering a sense of trust and safety.
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to identify students who may benefit from additional wellbeing support and create action plans.
- Support conflict resolution, behavioural guidance, and peer mediation when needed, contributing to a peaceful and respectful school community.
- Uphold and promote the Christian ethos of Cedar College, integrating a Christian worldview in interactions with students.
- Work proactively to build positive relationships with students, staff and families.
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Demonstrate a sincere commitment to Jesus Christ, the philosophy of Christian Education, and be actively involved in your local church.
- Be reliable and responsible in building trust within the Cedar community and acting with excellence and integrity.
- Demonstrate the ability to interact with students and colleagues in a positive, sensitive and respectful manner.
- Ability to model and develop positive relationships with students and foster their physical, spiritual, social and emotional development.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Social Science or Bachelor of Social Work
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Protective Practices online course completion
- RRHAN-EC training
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants will need to request a Job Description and an application form, obtained by calling (08) 8261 3377 or emailing employment@cedarcollege.sa.edu.au. Once completed, please send your cover letter, resume, and application form to employment@cedarcollege.sa.edu.au.
Applications Close: 9 am, Monday November 18, 2024.