Special Education Support Officer

Job description

Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Leanyer Primary School

Job title Special Education Support Officer Designation Administrative Officer 3 96%

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 22/01/2026

Salary $64,102 - $68,876 Location Darwin

Position number 6700 RTF Closing 03/12/2025

Contact officer Ebone Coats, Assistant Principal on or

About the agency

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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with

disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss

this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Support students to engage with the curriculum through a trauma-informed approach, while collecting and analysing student data to

actively inform Education Adjustment Plans (EAPs). Provide high-level administrative support to the Special Education Teacher, assisting

in the implementation of departmental and school-based policies and programs. Achieve optimal educational outcomes for students with

varying degrees of impairment by working collaboratively to facilitate their effective inclusion into the school and wider community.

Additionally, support classroom teachers in delivering quality education programs, including planning for intervention for students with

special needs and identified disabilities from Preschool to Year 6.

Context statement

Leanyer School is a large, diverse and innovative Independent Public School for Preschool – Year 6 students in the northern suburbs of

Darwin. At Leanyer School we will provide an education rich in creativity, maximising opportunities for learners to be innovative thinkers

and leaders. Such an education is vital to students' achievement as individuals and members of society, emphasising creativity, innovation,

and the broad cultural understanding and social harmony required to be successful global citizens. Leanyer School is a supportive learning

community that inspires personal growth, and 'Builds Better Futures'.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Collaborate with teachers in implementing individualised programs for students with disabilities, providing feedback while maintaining

confidentiality.

2. Provide targeted early intervention support for students in Preschool to Year 6 and assist in the planning and implementation of

individualised learning plans and behaviour support strategies aligned with ACECQA National Quality Standards, Australian Curriculum

and the NT Department of Education and Training.

1. Assist in the preparation/modification of daily classroom materials and activities.
2. Maintain appropriate records for students with additional needs through SAMS, SAIS, SSIDS and Xuno.
3. Work with limited supervision, including the supervision of students at recess or lunch as well as before and after school.
4. Support the delivery of programs including Allied Health Programs and intervention.
5. Assist in managing a student's health care plan including the administration of medication and first aid.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated successful experience working with students with diverse diagnosis, to provide learning opportunities and recognised

interventions to address deficits in areas such as communication, self-regulation, social/interpersonal skills and functional academic

skills.

1. An ability to work within a cross-cultural environment, interact effectively with people from diverse cultures and successfully develop

effective partnerships with students, colleagues and families.

1. Demonstrated effective oral, written and high-level computer communication skills, and the ability to work successfully independently

and as part of a team, exercising sound judgement.

1. Current Working with Children Clearance Notice and First Aid Certificate.
2. Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to show empathy, patience and work effectively in a dynamic and challenging

environment.

Desirable

1. Qualifications or working towards Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Further information

The successful applicant must have no significant criminal record confirmed by a Police Criminal History check and have, or be in the

process of obtaining, a current Working with Children Card and current First Aid Certificate.