Learning Support Officer (Casual Position)

Sacred Heart School · Newport, VIC

Employment

Part time, Temporary

Subject

Support

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

30 September 2026

26 days remaining

Posted 13 Aug 2026

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About Sacred Heart School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

Prep-6

School staff (FTE)

26.8

22.8 teaching · 4 non-teaching

Students per teacher

13:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

297

Language other than English

25%

Girls vs boys

151 girls · 146 boys

51%
49%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

About the role

Our LSOs play a vital role in nurturing students’ learning, wellbeing, and sense of belonging. Working alongside classroom teachers, Learning Community Leaders, and the Learning Diversity Team, LSOs support students with diverse learning needs — ensuring that every child is known, valued, and supported to flourish.

The successful applicant will:

  • Support the Catholic identity and mission of Sacred Heart through respectful participation in prayer, liturgy, and school life when in attendance
  • Assist students with diverse learning needs, including those with disabilities, learning difficulties, or EAL backgrounds
  • Provide respectful and discreet assistance with personal care where required
  • Support the implementation of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), and classroom adjustments as directed
  • Assist with supervision during breaks, transitions, excursions, and school activities
  • Work flexibly across classrooms and year levels based on daily staffing needs
  • Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with teachers and school staff
  • Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and a commitment to student safety and wellbeing

Key Selection Criteria

  • Demonstrates a commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of Sacred Heart and models Gospel values
  • Supports students with diverse learning, behavioural, and personal care needs with compassion and professionalism
  • Follows direction to assist with ILPs, BSPs, and classroom adjustments
  • Builds positive relationships with students to support engagement and wellbeing
  • Works flexibly and colla…

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