Learning Support Officer

An exciting opportunity exists to join our Team within our newly formed Foundation College.  We are seeking Learning Support Officers who value having a positive impact on students and their communities. The role holds responsibility for creating a safe and engaging environment for students to learn and thrive. 

Foundation College 

Foundation College is an independent school educating young people aged 15-18 who may have experienced barriers to learning. Foundation College offers Victorian Pathway Certificate as a pre-VCE option, as well as the VCE Vocational Major for years 11 and 12 on two campuses: Casey (Narre Warren) and Peninsula (Frankston).  

Your Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists within our newly formed Foundation College.

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced Learning Support Officers for an ongoing part time (0.80) position. The Learning Support Officers will work as an integral part of our Inclusive Education Department in a range of classroom and student support activities which contribute to the achievement of literacy and numeracy based outcomes of students in the school.  Opportunities exist at our Narre Warren and Peninsula campus.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to students with diverse learning needs.
• Work with classroom teachers to support the development of differentiated learning activities and assessments.
• Implement strategies and provide feedback to the Inclusive Education Coordinator and classroom teachers.
• Monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as necessary.
• Develop positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Attend and participate in relevant professional development to maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of Learning Support practices.

Requirements

• Certificate III or higher in Education Support or similar.
• Experience working with students who have additional learning needs.
• A passion for inspiring students to learn.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
• Flexibility and an ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to work with a variety of IT software platforms.
• A commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of the College.
• Working with Children Check.

Benefits 

Joining Foundation College means becoming part of a community-minded organisation committed to employee wellbeing and professional development. The right candidate will enjoy attractive benefits in salary packaging and school vacation entitlements.

Remuneration

Starting Salary $57,662 - $73,845 (FTE)

Conditions of Employment 

• The appointment of the successful applicant will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Must hold a current WWC (Employee) Card. 
• Willingness to work between both campuses.

Recruitment for this position is part-time (0.80) and ongoing.   Suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview. 

Please ensure that your application includes: 1) A resume including relevant experience and 2) Names and contact numbers (telephone and email) of two referees who can attest to the claims made in your application.  Please forward to lidiya.kerassitis@foundationcollege.vic.edu.au. 

Position descriptions will be available upon request.  Suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

This organisation promotes the safety wellbeing and inclusion of all children including those with a disability, aboriginal background and culturally and or linguistically diverse background. 

Applicants are welcome to elaborate on experiences they may have working with those with a disability, aboriginal background and culturally and or linguistically diverse background.

Applications close: 21st March 2024 at 10am 

The college reserves the right to interview and employ a successful candidate before the closing date.