Learning Support Officer

We are seeking a suitably experienced Learning Support Officer to join our College Learning Inclusion team on a part-time, fixed-term basis until January 2026 at our Officer campus.
- This position is responsible for working with integrated students and other students with special needs across all school programs including Year 10 regular classes, VCE, VCAL, New Arrivals (ESL) Program and any other curriculum or co-curricular program in which students may participate

The days and hours of work are Monday to Friday - 8:30am - 3:30pm.

**Key responsibilities include**:

- Support staff and students during classes in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain a calm and caring atmosphere in the classroom for children with special needs under the direction of the classroom teacher.
- Work with funded and other students with special needs across all school programs.
- Maintain and file accurate records of all contact with parents and service providers
- Assist in the preparation of personal learning plans
Implement assessment special arrangements/provisions under the direction of the classroom teacher and the Campus Inclusion Support Leader
- To maintain students’ files and keep necessary records, observing the requirements both of access and privacy, preserving confidentiality and discretion concerning staff and students
- Available for school excursions, overnight camps and other activities as directed or approved by the Campus Inclusion Support Leader
- Certificate III in Education Support
- Experience with Microsoft programs
- Punctual and excellent time management skills
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
- Ability to analyse and interpret data
- Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- A full understanding of Child Safety requirements at the College will ensure that learning inclusion programs promote the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children
- Ability to work 1:1 with students and develop and enhance skills as directed
- Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with students, families, school staff and other services
- Commitment to occupational health and safety
- Understand and follow relevant College policy and government legislation e.g. Privacy Policy
- An understanding of and commitment to Catholic education

**Why work at St Francis Xavier College?**
- Work in an inclusive community that values innovation, professional development and staff wellbeing with employee benefits that include:

- Free onsite parking
- Fully subsided access to EC by Go1 Learning Portal, providing access to the most comprehensive learning and development library
- Access to internal and external training opportunities
- Funded membership to professional or industry associations
- 11.5% Superannuation
- Fully subsidised Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
- Annual Leave Loading and Position Allowance payments in December each year
- 16 weeks of paid Parental Leave and four weeks paid Partner Leave
- Salary Packaging through Maxxia
- Generous leave entitlements, including a paid flexible leave day per school year
- All buildings are equipped with heating and cooling
- Onsite canteens and vending machines for staff use at all campuses
- Social and wellbeing events are organised throughout the year, including wellbeing weeks, staff drinks, weekly morning teas

**About St Francis Xavier College**
St Francis Xavier College is a three-campus Catholic College with an enrolment of over 3,000 students and an abundance of teaching and leadership opportunities.
- The Campuses are easily accessed via several major freeways - only 20 minutes from Springvale Road on the M1.
- We invest in high-quality people and facilities, operating through a team-based culture to encourage positive relationships between students and staff, and consistently express a rigorous expectation of personal excellence.
- The College serves families from the parishes of Berwick, Koo Wee Rup, Maryknoll/Iona, Narre Warren and Pakenham under the governance of Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (DOSCEL).
- Staff are employed under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022.
- This position is classified as an Education Support Employee Category B, Level 2.

**Application close Friday, 21 February 2025 at 5:00pm.**
- The successful applicant will also be required to undergo a Working with Children Check and National Police Check prior to commencement.
- The St Francis Xavier College community is committed to the safety, wellbeing, protection and inclusion of all children in our care.