Secondary Learning Support

Introduction

St Francis Xavier's College Hamilton is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Secondary Learning Support (0.7) and Visual Art (0.3) Teacher to join the team for the remainder of 2025.

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton, is a comprehensive, co-educational college catering to vibrant young adults across Years 7, 8, 11 and 12, moving towards a 7-12 structure by 2027. We are committed to creating a contemporary space that caters to the diversity of its students. Teachers focus on offering a holistic approach to education, acknowledging the mind, body, and spirit of students, and the importance of each in their development of personal and social responsibility.

The teaching community at St Francis Xavier's College upholds the responsibility of shaping and encouraging young minds through a shared vision of high-quality education, hands-on experiences, and fruitful learning for all students. Each member of the teaching staff brings skills and expertise in their delivery of Stage 6 courses, the requirements of the Higher School Certificate, and an understanding of the new Stages 4 and 5 curriculum, while also modelling faith in action by nurturing positive relationships.

Position Descriptions

Learning Support Teacher

The Learning Support Teacher (7-12) in a Catholic school plays a vital role in ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live a purposeful life. Responsibilities include:

• Assist with the identification of students with special educational needs, collaborate with parents, colleagues, CSO personnel, and external providers, and facilitate referral and assessment procedures with Catholic Schools Office Student Support staff.
• Deliver intervention, teach students, and assist teachers with curriculum differentiation as specified by the Leader of Learning Support / Learning Support Coordinator.
• Collaborate with class teachers and relevant personnel to assist in designing, implementing, monitoring, and reviewing adjustments documented in the Personalised Plan (PP) or Learner Profile (LP).
• Work collaboratively with other Learning Support personnel.
• Contribute to staff professional development and parent education programs.
• Liaise with relevant schools, especially during transition periods.
• Prepare documentation required under legislation, ensuring privacy, confidentiality, and disability obligations are met, including pre-enrolment documentation and submissions for the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).
• Support the development of inclusive learning environments.
• Assist in implementing programs and processes to support students with disabilities.
• Build capacity of school staff in the area of Special Education.

Classroom Teacher

Teachers in a Catholic school play a vital role in ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives. Responsibilities include:

• Inviting students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience, supported by the Catholic community.
• Promoting the school as a place of learning and excellence, nurturing creativity and curiosity, and fostering deep learning and engagement.
• Differentiating learning according to students' educational needs and abilities.
• Creating effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs.

Skills and Experiences

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and personal commitment to Catholic education and the Church's mission.
• Experience working with students with disabilities (7-12).
• Ability to work collaboratively with school staff, CSO staff, and external stakeholders.
• Experience delivering professional learning for staff and parents.
• Ability to utilise assessment data to determine necessary adjustments for students.
• Experience in preparing Personalised Plans and Learner Profiles for students with disabilities.
• Experience supporting student enrolment and transitions.
• Knowledge of Disability legislation and the NCCD.
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.

Qualifications

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher and postgraduate qualification.