St Brigid's Primary School in Officer seeks a Learning Support Officer for a fixed-term replacement position (0.79 FTE, 5 days per week) commencing 27 January **** to 26 January ****.
Learning Support Officer Term ******
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Replacement Position Part Time (0.79 FTE)
Applications Close: Wednesday 14 October ****

St Brigid's Primary School in Officer is seeking a Learning Support Officer to join our team. The position commences as soon as possible. This is an Ongoing, Education Support Employee, Category B Level 2 position under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement ****.

Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for the Fixed-Term Replacement 0.79 FTE position of Education Support Officer to commence in July ****. This is an Education Support Employee Category B Level 2 position under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement ****.
The successful applicant will be available to work 5 days per week. 8:45am - 3:15pm daily. This is a fixed-term replacement position commencing Wednesday 27 January **** and finishing Wednesday 26 January ****.
Staff employed at St Brigid's must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to adhering to all Child Safety Policies and Procedures, maintaining a child safe school environment. This includes but is not limited to reading and signing a St Brigid's Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct prior to commencement.
All positions are classified under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement ****. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.
The successful applicant will possess the skills and abilities necessary to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collegial, team-based approach to teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will be appropriately qualified, demonstrate enthusiasm and ability to deliver the appropriate curriculum to a range of educational abilities,



and be able to provide care and support for students whilst supporting and respecting the ethos of the school and its environment.

Position Description

Child Safety
Be familiar with and comply with the school's child-safe policy and code of conduct, and any other policies or procedures relating to child safety
Assist in the provision of a child-safe environment for students
Demonstrate duty of care to students in relation to their physical and mental wellbeing

Professional Development
Commit to ongoing professional development in your area of work
Be open to researching areas of interest relevant to directions provided in the school's strategic plan
Continue development of ICT skills as technologies evolve
Be an active member of a relevant qualified association as duties permit

General Duties
Contribute to a healthy and safe work environment for yourself and others and comply with all safe work policies and procedures
Attend school meetings and after school services/assemblies, sporting events, mass, community and faith days as required by the Principal
Demonstrate professional and collegiate relationships with colleagues
Other duties as directed by the Principal

SELECTION CRITERIA
Commitment to Catholic Education
A demonstrated understanding of the ethos of a Catholic school and its mission

Commitment to Child Safety
Experience working with children
A demonstrated understanding of child safety
A demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children
Be a suitable person to engage in child-connected work
Must hold or be willing to acquire a Working with Children Check card and must be willing to undergo a National Police Record Check

Education and Experience
Certificate III or higher in Education Support is preferred
Desired:



Relevant post-graduate studies (or working towards such qualifications)

Skills/Attributes
Ability to work as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with children, parents and the school community
Demonstrated capacity to participate in a range of school activities, e.g. school sports, sacramental programs, liturgies, school camps/excursions
Experience in policy development and advanced policy writing skills, with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage complex tasks with minimal supervision
Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders
Capacity to work to tight time lines
Proven capacity to work independently
Sound organisational skills including strong attention to detail
Proven time-management skills
Leadership qualities
Self-motivation
Ability and willingness to accept policy directives
Maturity in decision making

Applications close: 9:00am on Wednesday 14 October ****
The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for the vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.

How to apply:
Applications should be made in writing and forwarded via email to the Principal, at the addresses listed below. Please include:
a personal letter
current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
document addressing key selection criteria
Application for Employment, including three referees (document is found on our school website under Employment )

Principal:Mr. Rian Prestwich
Email: ******
Phone:*********
Address:110 Bayview Road, Officer, VIC. ****
Our vision is to create a modern, contemporary and innovative approach to learning that is purposeful and relevant to the lives of children and families today. We believe in partnerships in learning and fostering a nurturing atmosphere in which staff, parents and children work as a team to develop in the children the skills to meet life's challenges with confidence, resilience and enthusiasm.

📌 2027 Fixed-Term Learning Support Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Catholic
📍 Melbourne