2027 Fixed-Term Learning Support Officer

catholic; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

St Brigid's Primary School, Officer, seeks a Learning Support Officer for a fixed-term 0.79 FTE position from 27 January 2027 to 26 January 2028. The role involves supporting learning across classrooms, assisting teachers, and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment for students.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to Catholic education, child safety, and professional development, with the ability to collaborate within a team and engage with the school community.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic Education and ethos
• Commitment to child safety principles
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to support a range of student abilities in class
• Willingness to participate in professional development and ICT upskilling

Responsibilities

• Provide education support to students across year levels
• Assist teachers in delivering curriculum and class activities
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, child-centred learning environment
• Support school programs, sports, liturgies and student activities
• Adhere to school policies and procedures at all times

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Child safety awareness

ICT skills

Policy adherence

Education

Certificate III or higher in Education Support

Post-graduate studies in education (or working towards)

Tools

Working with Children Check

National Police Check

Job description

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.79 FTE)

Applications Close: 14 October 2026

St Brigid's Primary School in Officer seeks a Learning Support Officer for a fixed-term replacement position (0.79 FTE, 5 days per week) commencing 27 January 2027 to 26 January 2028.

Learning Support Officer Term 3 2026

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Replacement Position Part Time (0.79 FTE)
Applications Close: Wednesday 14 October 2026

St Brigid's Primary School in Officer is seeking a Learning Support Officer to join our team. The position commences as soon as possible. This is an Ongoing, Education Support Employee, Category B Level 2 position under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022.

Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for the Fixed-Term Replacement 0.79 FTE position of Education Support Officer to commence in July 2026. This is an Education Support Employee Category B Level 2 position under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022.

The successful applicant will be available to work 5 days per week. 8:45am - 3:15pm daily. This is a fixed-term replacement position commencing Wednesday 27 January 2027 and finishing Wednesday 26 January 2028.

Staff employed at St Brigid's must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to adhering to all Child Safety Policies and Procedures, maintaining a child safe school environment. This includes but is not limited to reading and signing a St Brigid's Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct prior to commencement.

All positions are classified under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

The successful applicant will possess the skills and abilities necessary to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collegial, team-based approach to teaching and learning.

The successful candidate will be appropriately qualified, demonstrate enthusiasm and ability to deliver the appropriate curriculum to a range of educational abilities, and be able to provide care and support for students whilst supporting and respecting the ethos of the school and its environment.

Position Description

Child Safety

• Be familiar with and comply with the school's child-safe policy and code of conduct, and any other policies or procedures relating to child safety
• Assist in the provision of a child-safe environment for students
• Demonstrate duty of care to students in relation to their physical and mental wellbeing

Professional Development

• Commit to ongoing professional development in your area of work
• Be open to researching areas of interest relevant to directions provided in the school’s strategic plan
• Continue development of ICT skills as technologies evolve
• Be an active member of a relevant professional association as duties permit

General Duties

• Contribute to a healthy and safe work environment for yourself and others and comply with all safe work policies and procedures
• Attend school meetings and after school services/assemblies, sporting events, mass, community and faith days as required by the Principal
• Demonstrate professional and collegiate relationships with colleagues
• Other duties as directed by the Principal

SELECTION CRITERIA

Commitment to Catholic Education

• A demonstrated understanding of the ethos of a Catholic school and its mission

Commitment to Child Safety

• Experience working with children
• A demonstrated understanding of child safety
• A demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children
• Be a suitable person to engage in child-connected work
• Must hold or be willing to acquire a Working with Children Check card and must be willing to undergo a National Police Record Check

Education and Experience

• Certificate III or higher in Education Support is preferred
• Desired: Relevant post-graduate studies (or working towards such qualifications)

Skills/Attributes

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with children, parents and the school community
• Demonstrated capacity to participate in a range of school activities, e.g. school sports, sacramental programs, liturgies, school camps/excursions
• Experience in policy development and advanced policy writing skills, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage complex tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders
• Capacity to work to tight time lines
• Proven capacity to work independently
• Sound organisational skills including strong attention to detail
• Self-motivation
• Ability and willingness to accept policy directives

Maturity in decision making

Applications close: 9:00am on Wednesday 14 October 2026

The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for the vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Primary
Gender: Coed

420 Students
33 TeachingStaff
17 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Our vision is to create a modern, contemporary and innovative approach to learning that is purposeful and relevant to the lives of children and families today. We believe in partnerships in learning and fostering a nurturing atmosphere in which staff, parents and children work as a team to develop in the children the skills to meet life’s challenges with confidence, resilience and enthusiasm.