Learning Support Officer

St Columba's School · Ballarat North, VIC

Employment

Full time, Fixed term

Subject

Support

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

24 August 2026

Closes today

Posted 24 Aug 2026

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About St Columba's School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

Prep-6

School staff (FTE)

33.7

22.3 teaching · 11.4 non-teaching

Students per teacher

15:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

334

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

1%

Girls vs boys

161 girls · 173 boys

48%
52%

Socio-educational background

Above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

About the role

We are seeking a passionate Learning Support Officer for a 5 day a week, fixed term contract.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Officer to join our team, working closely with our intervention team to deliver student support programs. This role provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and collaborative school community, helping students build confidence, develop skills, and achieve their potential.

Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:

  • To provide a commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and young people;
  • A commitment to the mission, values, and ethos of Catholic Education.
  • Interest and experience in working with young people with a range of learning and behavioral needs.
  • The ability to form respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
  • Well-developed literacy and numeracy skills.
  • A cooperative nature and enthusiastic approach to working with young people.
  • Capability to work with children under the supervision of the learning support team and classroom teachers, including in practical subjects as required.
  • Experience working collaboratively as part of a team.

Desirable Criteria 

  • A lived understanding of the Catholic ethos.
  • Relevant training or qualifications.
  • Knowledge of intervention programs
  • Experience in schools is preferred (training will be provided).

 

If you are ready to make a difference, please submit your application, including your CV and a statement addressing the above requirements …

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