School Learning Support Officer – Full Time

Location Sydney Region Advertisement Number A900148634 Number of Positions 1 Remuneration Package The salary range for this position is $37.21 - $43.23 per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading. Principal Network Campbelltown Staffing Area Campbelltown FTE 1.000 Contact Name: Leanne Newitt Phone: 02 4627 2096 School Admin: 99999999 Closing Date 19-Nov-2025, 5:00:00 AM Job Category SASS Organisation School Administrative and Support Position Information The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world‑class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non‑government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. About the Role School Learning Support Officers provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs including disability in classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational outcomes. This support includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required. Student Learning Support Officers working in these settings have specific additional duties, in addition to the general duties for School Learning Support Officers that are required to be performed. Essential Requirements - Working with Children Check Clearance - Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the School Learning Support Officer role. - Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs. - Health support training to be provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions). Specific Selection Criteria - Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team. - Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities. - Awareness of the needs of students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities. - Effective communication skills. Special Notes Note: Successful applicant will be required to work across 4 sites to support our programs, these include the Return to School Program, Sherwood Program and our mainsites. About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion. How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking "Apply Online" below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted. Targeted Question 1 Demonstrate a time you were able to de‑escalate an individual who had become heightened and discuss how you managed to maintain your personal safety, and the safety of others. (Maximum 300 words) Targeted Question 2 Discuss how you regularly support the well‑being and engagement of individuals, through the use of your ability to build professional relationships, using a strength-based approach to all interactions and student development. (Maximum 300 words) We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr