Learning Assistants

2 days ago


NewcastleMaitland, Australia St George Christian School Full time

Learning Support Assistants
Casual and Temporary

Maitland Christian School and Arise Christian College are in an exciting season of growth. With a strong reputation in the local community as a school of quality Christian education, our student numbers, organisational capacity and facilities are rapidly expanding. Maitland Christian School and Arise Christian College are seeking expressions of interest for casual Learning Support Assistants in Primary and Secondary. Temporary or ongoing work from Term l 2026 a possibility for suitable candidates.

Applicants with suitable qualifications and experience as Christian Learning Support Assistants are invited to apply.

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Apply online by visiting our Employment Page

Applications will only be accepted through our website and the above link.
We reserve the right to close the position prior to the application closing date should a suitable applicant be found.

Applications close Friday 5th September 2025

Essential Criteria:

• A passion for quality Christian Education with a heart to see students reach their God-given potential;

• A committed Christian actively involved in their local church;

• An ability to actively subscribe to and promote the foundational beliefs and doctrines of Maitland Christian School Limited;

• The ability to relate well to staff, students, parents and the broader community;

• A commitment to work within a collaborative team environment,

• Well-developed communication, administration and interpersonal skills;

• Have a growing knowledge of the social, emotional and educational needs of students with disabilities or learning needs such as ADHD, ASD, Specific Learning Disorders and Dyslexia and a commitment to continued upskilling in research-based strategies;

• Implementation of IEP's including knowledge of strategies used to support students one-on-one, in small withdrawal groups, in class support, as well as social support at break times. Ability to contribute towards a productive, stimulating and inclusive learning environment;

• Knowledge of the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and the Disability Standards for Education 2005;

• An intuitive and motivated Learning Assistant, able to actively contribute to a team-growing culture of excellence under the direction of the classroom teacher and Learning Support Coordinator;

Desirable Criteria:

• The ability to operate in a strengths-based framework and to develop staff and student culture around this framework.

• Special Education Support training or experience as a Learning Assistant or Teacher'sAide in Primary (K-6) or Secondary is desirable.

• Working towards, willing to complete or have completed a Cert Ill or Cert IV in LearningSupport (Education Support).

Selection Process
Following the closure of applications, the School's Selection Committee will consider applications and contact suitable candidates for an interview.

Salary
Salary will align with NSW Christian Schools General Staff Multi Enterprise Agreement at the successful applicant's level of responsibility and experience.

Our Story
Maitland Christian School is an established Prep to Year 12 Christian School located in the beautiful Hunter Valley. The School has been providing quality Christian education for over 40 years within a vibrant community that emphasises an individual's strength as we aim for faith development, academic, sporting and cultural excellence. The School is modern and well-equipped and employs qualified staff, who are committed Christians and are active members of their local church. The School is developing a strong reputation for quality teaching in a distinctly Christian environment.

Maitland Christian School is a great school built with great staff. We value quality leaders and educators, and it is our vision to see students' lives transformed through a Bible-based, excellence focused, strengths enriched and missionally outworked education.

Maitland Christian School Ltd operates Maitland Christian School, Arise Christian College (who share the same site), and Valley Village Early Learning.

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