Learning Support Assistant (Secondary)

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with learning difficulties?

We’re seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant (Secondary) for our Narre Warren South campus who desires to play a vital role in the creation of an inclusive classroom environment where every student can thrive.  Learning Support Assistants are an integral part of our school community, ensuring that each student receives the necessary support to facilitate their active participation in school and classroom activities.  Your support will make a lasting impact on their educational journey.  This role is FTE 0.89, working 8:50am-3:35pm Monday-Friday.

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2024.

You are an ideal candidate if you:

• Have as a minimum, a Certificate III or Certificate IV in Education Support, or be prepared to study towards one
• Have a passion for supporting students with disabilities
• Have the ability to collaborate with teachers, students, and other support staff
• Have high level communication and interpersonal skills
• Have good administrative and Microsoft Office 365 skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Have excellent problem-solving skills
• Enjoy working in a team environment
• Are able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education
• Are willing to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• School fees discounts for staff whose children attend the school (after 12 months)
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with

Application Details:

Applicants are to include a Resume, Letter of Application, Pastoral Reference and complete the screening questions as part of the application process. Applicants will also need to provide three references.  A Working with Children’s Check, and a police check less than three months old are mandatory prior to being hired.  A First Aid Certificate (HLTAD011) and Anaphylaxis Certificate are also required prior to starting in the role.

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and the College’s Child Safety Policy.  You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

Your application is to be submitted via the College website. A Position Description is available below the advertisement on the College website.

Apply now via our College website as interviews will commence immediately!

Enquiries: (03) 9871 8***

Quoting job number: 202430

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.