About the role

Mater Education is seeking an experienced and student‑centred Learning Support Advisor to join our dynamic Education and Training team at Mater’s South Brisbane Campus in a 12-month fixed term full-time (38 hours per week) capacity. This position commences 11th January 2027

Mater Education is a leader in clinical education and a nationally accredited, independent, hospital-based RTO, the only one of its kind in Queensland. Through clinical simulation programs, facilities, and expert faculty, we deliver contemporary, interprofessional workforce training across a wide range of sectors including health, aged care, residential care, and community services.

This is a varied and impactful role encompassing the design and delivery of workshops, academic language and learning support, curriculum development, peer program support, and targeted assistance for priority student groups. Operating with a high level of autonomy, professionalism and sound judgement, you will manage competing priorities while engaging with multiple stakeholders across Mater Education campuses. As part of a small team of specialist advisors, you will also contribute expertise across key areas including pathways and career planning, numeracy, language and literacy development, and additional learning needs.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits

What you’ll be doing

Key responsibilities of the role include:

- Deliver timely, targeted and inclusive learning support services that enhance student capability, engagement and success across Mater Education programs.




- Provide high‑quality coaching and learning support to students experiencing challenges with study skills, academic adjustment or learning progression.
- Work collaboratively with Vocational Teachers to identify emerging student needs and implement appropriate learning interventions.
- Develop, produce and maintain high‑quality learning support resources to be used by students and integrated into teaching practice.
- Contribute feedback to curriculum planning processes and support continuous improvement of program materials and resources.
- Design and facilitate both virtual and face‑to‑face workshops to build students’ academic, digital and employability skills.
- Maintain accurate documentation, records and reporting to support monitoring of student progress and compliance with Mater Education policies.
- Undertake operational tasks to support the effective delivery of learning support services, initiatives and student‑focused programs.
- Actively participate in quality improvement activities and contribute to a team-oriented, student‑centred, wellbeing‑focused team environment.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Qualifications

- A degree in Education, Teaching or an equivalent.

Skills, knowledge and experience

- Experience in learning support, student engagement, or similar roles in education.




- Experience in roles involving neurodiversity support, access, equity and reasonable adjustments highly regarded.
- Proficiency in teaching mathematical formulas to a junior high school level
- Demonstrated capability in delivering learning support in both virtual and physical environments.
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles, academic integrity, and student success factors
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse learners, staff and stakeholders.
- Highly developed communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using LMS/SMS platforms.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality systems, compliance and secure work practices.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world‑class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values‑driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

- Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
- Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
- Generous salary

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