Classroom and Learning Support

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools – Port Macquarie NSW seeks a part-time Classroom and Learning Support staff member for MacKillop College. The role supports students with special needs, including autism, with programs and documentation of progress, under pastoral care structures.

Applicants must have a NSW Working with Children Check and willingness to training in aiding children with special needs. 25 hours per week, days to be determined, commence 28 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Possess knowledge of and commitment to Catholic ethos and mission.
• Experience in working with children with special needs, including autism.
• Awareness of students with diagnosed allergies and training in EpiPen use.
• Ability to implement programs and document progress for individuals or small groups.
• Preparedness to undertake further training in aiding children with special needs.
• Experience collaborating with teaching staff in a classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement learning support programs for students with special needs.
• Document progress and adapt plans for individuals or small groups.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support inclusive learning.
• Assist with pastoral care and well-being initiatives as required.

Skills

Special needs support

Allergies awareness

Collaboration

Job description

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools – Port Macquarie NSW

MacKillop College is situated on the beautiful Mid North Coast of NSW. Our College provides a learning and teaching environment that encourages striving for excellence for over 1100 students. As a Catholic school we support our students with a Pastoral Care structure and well-being programs as well as outstanding academic, sporting and cultural opportunities. MacKillop College is part of St Agnes’ Parish Secondary Schools which offers excellence and choice of three exceptional educational endeavours.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position:

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Classroom and Learning Support

Position Type: Part-time temporary
Hours / FTE: 25 hours per week (days to be determined)
Commencement date: 28 January 2027
Term of Appointment: Term 1 & 2 2027
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Classification & Benefits:

This role is classified as Level 4, (averaged) under the NSW and ACT Systemic Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025 as updated or reviewed.
Detailed information regarding the level, salary increments, and general employment conditions can be found within the Agreement.

Applicants must:

• hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
• comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment
  

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following criteria:

• a knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the school.
• experience in working with children with special needs, including children on the autistic spectrum
• awareness of the needs of students with diagnosed allergies and training in the use of EpiPen
• ability to successfully implement programs and document progress regarding individual and/or small group support
• preparedness to undergo further training in aiding children with special needs
• experience in working collaboratively with teaching staff in a classroom environment

Enquiries to the school: (02) 6583 2***

Applications must be received by 9:00 am, Friday November 27, 2026.

Hastings Region

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.

Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.