Classroom and Learning Support Assistant - Mount St Patrick College, Murwillumbah

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools; Murwillumbah; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools – Murwillumbah NSW invites applications for a Classroom and Learning Support Assistant at Mount St Patrick College. This casual/temporary, part-time role offers flexible hours and commences 28 January 2027 in a Catholic learning community dedicated to inclusion and student success.

You will support teachers with individual and small-group programs, document progress, and contribute to a safe, welcoming classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special needs, including autism.
• Ability to implement assistive programs and document progress.
• Awareness of allergy management and EpiPen training.
• Willingness to undertake further training.
• Experience collaborating with classroom staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers in delivering learning activities.
• Support students with individual and small-group programs.
• Document progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Implement and monitor inclusion strategies.

Skills

Special needs support

EpiPen training

Collaboration with teachers

Document progress

Adaptability

Catholic ethos

Job description

Classroom and Learning Support Assistant - Mount St Patrick College, Murwillumbah

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools – Murwillumbah NSW

Casual/Temporary, Part time

20h ago , from Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools

Mount St Patrick College is a Catholic community of opportunity. Located in the heart of the Northern Rivers, 20 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport and 25 minutes from the pristine beaches of the Tweed Coast. We take pride in the comprehensive education we offer students of the Tweed Valley. Our academic results are the best in the area and among the best in the State. We offer a broad range of spiritual, cultural and sporting experiences and encourage practices that allow all students to experience success.

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

Classroom and Learning Support

Position Type: Part-time temporary positions available
Hours / FTE: various options
Commencement date: 28 January 2027
Term of Appointment: until end of the 2027 school year
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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:

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

Your application should address the above criteria including the nomination of two (2) referees.

Enquiries to the school: 02 6672 2***

Applications must be received by 3.00pm Sunday 8th November 2026

Tweed 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.