▷ (25/10/2025) Learning Support Assistant

St Marianne Cope Catholic Parish Primary School

We are seeking a passionate and caring Learning Support Officer (LSO) who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children. Working under the guidance of the Student Engagement and Wellbeing Leader and the Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching, the LSO will collaborate with teachers, students, and families to ensure every learner – particularly those with additional or complex needs – feels included, supported, and empowered to reach their potential.

At St Marianne Cope, LSOs play an integral role in supporting students’ learning, wellbeing, behaviour, and social development within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework. Our approach is deeply aligned with the MACS Vision for Engagement, fostering a learning community where every child is known, valued, and actively engaged.

Position: Part-time 0.81 FTE (5 days per week, 8:30am – 3:15pm)
Commencement: Tuesday, 27 January 2026

Key Responsibilities

- Provide individual and small-group support to students with diverse learning, behavioural, and social-emotional needs.

- Assist teachers in implementing suitable learning adjustments and behaviour support strategies aligned with the MTSS framework.

- Build positive, trusting, and respectful relationships with students that foster belonging and engagement.

- Support teachers, families, and specialists to promote students’ holistic growth - academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

- Contribute actively to our inclusive, compassionate, and faith-filled school environment.

About You

We are looking for people who are:

- Deeply committed to the Catholic ethos and the belief that every child is made in the image and likeness of God.

- Passionate about supporting children with diverse needs and behaviours in a positive and respectful way.

- Display a positive disposition and a genuine willingness to support all children to thrive.

- Respectful and inclusive in their interactions with students, families, colleagues, and the wider school community.

- Skilled in implementing practical classroom and playground support strategies.

- Compassionate, patient, and committed to nurturing student wellbeing and belonging.

- Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of a dynamic, growing school.

- Strong communicators who can work collaboratively as part of a team.

- Committed to upholding and advancing the MACS Vision for Engagement and Vision for Instruction, supporting a culture of active learning, personalised support, and inclusive engagement for every student.

- Experienced as a Learning Support Assistant, Teacher Assistant, or in a similar role.

- Holding (or working towards) Certificate III/IV in Education Support or Disability Support qualifications.

Requirements

- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC - current as of 27/1/26)

- Current National Police Check (current as of 27/1/26)

- Commitment to the ethos and values of Catholic education

- Willingness to support the school’s mission as a faith-filled foundation community

- The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as team skills

Application Procedures

Please include a cover letter, a current CV and 2 referees, one being your current/recent principal/employer.

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