Learning Support Officer

1 week ago


City of Melbourne, Australia Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd. Full time

St Christopher’s Primary School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Learning Support Officer to join our school. The successful applicant will deliver Tier 2 literacy intervention programs, including MiniLit Sage and MacqLit and will work closely with classroom teachers and school leaders to support students who require additional assistance in developing reading and comprehension skills.

This role involves working with small groups of students, implementing structured, evidence-based lessons, and monitoring student progress to ensure effective learning outcomes.

The role is a 20 hours per week position working from Monday to Thursday.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliver MiniLit andMacqLit intervention programs with fidelity and consistency

- Support students in small groups and one-on-one settings to build literacy skills

- Collect and record data on student progress to inform ongoing instruction

- Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement student learning goals

- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

- Participate in professional learning related to literacy intervention and student support

- Support teachers by providing a consistent approach to learning and behaviour management.

About You

- Have a genuine passion for supporting student learning and wellbeing

- Possess experience with structured literacy programs and/or a willingness to be trained in MiniLit and MacqLit Intervention

- Demonstrate strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills

- Work effectively as part of a collaborative team

- Be committed to the school’s values and inclusive education practices

Qualifications and Requirements

- Certificate III or IV in Education Support (or equivalent) desirable

- Experience working in primary education preferred

- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) and relevant child safety training

About the Successful Applicant

- a passion for working with children with additional needs and their families

- knowledge and skills suited to working with students with additional needs (prior experience and/or study in this area would be a bonus)

- an ability to work within a variety of teams

- a willingness to respect the Catholic culture of our school

- a can-do attitude and strong work ethic

- working with children check and police check

- minimum Certificate 3 in Education Support or studying in the field of education

St Christopher's Catholic Primary School holds the care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people as a central and fundamental responsibility of Catholic education. This commitment is drawn from and inherent to the teaching and mission of Jesus Christ, with love, justice, and the sanctity of each human person at the heart of the Gospel.

Application Procedures

Please submit a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role and how you meet the job description, as well as a CV, including two referees via email to our Deputy Principal, Lina Vescio at lvescio@stcapw.catholic.edu.au

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