Education Support Specialist — Classroom & Student Wellbeing

Trinity College South Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity College is seeking motivated Education Support Officers to provide classroom support across all year levels in any of the six schools within the college. Roles may be fixed term, full-time, part-time or casual with potential opportunities in 2026 and 2027.

The successful applicant will support learning and wellbeing, work with teachers to tailor adjustments, and help develop essential life and learning skills while upholding the college values of care, inclusion and belonging.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting young people and helping them achieve their personal, social educational goals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and specialist staff.
• Patience, empathy and adaptability, enabling you to confidently support students with diverse learning and wellbeing needs.
• An understanding of inclusive education practices, or a willingness to learn, including strategies that support students with diverse needs.
• Excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach, with the ability to follow direction, manage priorities, maintain accurate records and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.
• A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) and RRHAN-EC Masterclass certification (or the ability to obtain prior to commencement), together with a demonstrated commitment to child safety, safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Make a meaningful contribution to students’ lives by providing targeted learning and wellbeing support that helps them to engage, progress and thrive.
• Partner with teachers to implement effective learning strategies and adjustments that meet the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of students.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence by modelling positive behaviours and supporting students to develop essential life and learning skills.
• Contribute to high-quality learning programs through the preparation of resources, classroom support activities and effective monitoring of student progress.
• Be an active and valued member of our College community by contributing to a culture of care, inclusion and belonging while upholding the values and expectations of Trinity College.

Education

Certificate III in School Based Education Support

First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training

Job description

Trinity College is seeking motivated Education Support Officers to provide classroom support across all year levels in any of the six schools within the college. Roles may be fixed term, full-time, part-time or casual with potential opportunities in 2026 and 2027.

The successful applicant will support learning and wellbeing, work with teachers to tailor adjustments, and help develop essential life and learning skills while upholding the college values of care, inclusion and belonging.