School Support Officer - Classroom
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
10 November 2026
Posted 4 Nov 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
56.2
39.6 teaching · 16.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
623
Indigenous students
6%
Language other than English
4%
Girls vs boys
317 girls · 306 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Several temporary positions commencing 28 January 2027, including:
- 2 temporary School Support Officer Positions in our Autism Setting working 30 hours per week commencing 28 January 2027 until 26 January 2028.
- 2 temporary School Support Officer Positions providing classroom support commencing 28 January 2027 until 26 January 2028.
- 1 Temporary School Support Officer Positions providing classroom support for Term 1 2027.
Please indicate in your cover letter which position(s) you are applying for.
These positions exists to support the delivery of quality learning and teaching. These classroom-based positions require you to work collaboratively with teachers, providing assistance in all areas of student learning and where applicable management with the Specialist Setting (ASD).
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
The preferred applicant demonstrates the following criteria:
- A commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.
- Ability to support children’s individual learning in the classroom.
- Understanding of and ability to work with students with diverse needs.
- Ability to interact positively with students.
- Technical competence in appropriate technologies.
DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA
- Previous experience in similar settings.
- Experience with the PB4L framework.
The following GENERAL CAPABILITIES are applicable to the role:
- Well developed written and oral communication skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
QUALIFICATIONS
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