Learning Support Officer 4 Days Per Week

Role Description/Criteria

This role is for Term 2 onwards and is Monday to Thursday,  from 8.45 am until 3:15pm.

At St Joseph’s, Learning Support Officers are responsible for assisting students with additional needs by supporting and extending their learning in the classroom, under the guidance and with the cooperation of the classroom teacher. Learning Support Officers also contribute to assisting students to develop the strategies and skills necessary to foster learning, independence and confidence.

Roles and responsibilities will include: 

• Providing support to teachers by assisting students with their learning
• Working supportively with students and teachers in achieving the goals outlined in Personalised Learning Plans
• Recording information regarding the activities and progress of student learning
• Liaising with Classroom teachers to plan learning activities for students who require additional support
• Providing assistance to students with routine school tasks and assisting with their organisational skills
• Working collaboratively with the Intervention Team to devise programs of work and to pursue professional development
• Contribution to a child-safe environment, familiarity with and compliance with the School's Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct, and any other policies or procedures relating to child safety

About You:

• Qualifications in Learning Support and disability education would be advantageous

• Experience in supporting students in Literacy using a phonics-based approach is preferable.

• A positive and adaptable team player who enjoys collaborating with colleagues in order for students to achieve the best educational and social outcomes

• Personal commitment to the safety and well-being of all students

• Excellent communication, organization and time management skills

Please email the principal, Martin Earl, with a cover letter and resume, including the names and contact details of three referees. Please include the email addresses of your referees.

Applications should be emailed to the Principal, Mr Martin Earl: *********@sjmalvern.catholic.edu.au