Inclusion Support Teacher (IST)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Special Education
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
15 November 2026
Posted 1 Nov 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
31
21.6 teaching · 9.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
327
Indigenous students
11%
Language other than English
20%
Girls vs boys
169 girls · 158 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position Purpose
The Inclusion Support Teacher (IST) demonstrates strong support for the vision and ministry of the Catholic school. The Inclusion Support Teacher will liaise with the ACS Inclusion Team with regard to changes in government disability regulations and inclusion practices. The IST is a registered teacher and assists the principal and teachers to both identify and plan for, monitor and evaluate appropriate and effective support for students recognised under the Disability Standards in Education.
There is a significant coaching component in this role. The IST works with teachers and educational support staff to build capacity regarding appropriate pedagogical practices relevant to inclusive education.
When teachers or educational support staff require specialised support, the IST is responsible for recognising this need and enacting the ACS Request For Service (RFS) from the ACS Inclusion Team.
Commencement
The commencement date for this position will be the start of the 2027 school year.
Selection Criteria
Essential criteria
- Appropriate teaching qualifications and current NESA registration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pedagogy associated with K-6 teaching.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of and interest in disabilities and learning difficulties (K-6).
- Demonstrated skills in information and communication technologies.
- Demonstrated current teaching skills, including working collaboratively with colleagues to create innovative experiences for all learners and a demonstrated capacity for team teaching.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the capacity to …