Diverse Learning Teacher, Primary — Inclusive Education Leader

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development opportunities

Professional training & development

Catholic Education network access

Strong teacher networks

Job summary

St Patrick's College Lithgow, operated under the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst, invites applications for a Diverse Learning Teacher (Primary) to support students K–6 in an inclusive, faith-based setting. The role is 0.5 FTE, temporary, commencing 28 January 2027 through 28 January 2028.

The successful candidate will coordinate identification and support for students with additional needs, develop Personalised Plans, collaborate with classroom teachers on interventions, and monitor

Qualifications

• Holds relevant tertiary teaching qualifications and current NESA registration.
• Experience implementing Personalised Plans and differentiated teaching strategies.
• Knowledge of inclusive education principles and disability legislation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate identification and support of students with additional needs; develop, review and maintain Personalised Plans and NCCD documentation.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement adjustments, interventions and Universal Design for Learning.
• Use assessment data and observations to identify learning needs and monitor progress.
• Coordinate referrals, specialist assessments and SWAN Funding in partnership with families and leaders.
• Develop Learning Support Officer timetables and guide support aligned to identified needs.
• Support RTI and Multi Tiered System of Supports, including targeted literacy and numeracy instruction.
• Assist with safe transitions and maintain required risk assessments.

Skills

Inclusive education

Data-informed planning

Collaboration with staff

Communication with families

Education

Teaching qualification

NESA registration

Catholic school accreditation

Job description

St Patrick's College Lithgow, operated under the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst, invites applications for a Diverse Learning Teacher (Primary) to support students K–6 in an inclusive, faith-based setting. The role is 0.5 FTE, temporary, commencing 28 January 2027 through 28 January 2028.

The successful candidate will coordinate identification and support for students with additional needs, develop Personalised Plans, collaborate with classroom teachers on interventions, and monitor