Inclusive Education (Learning Adjustment) Officer

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Warragul; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Ltd (DOSCEL) is seeking an Inclusive Education (Learning Adjustment) Officer to support Catholic schools across the Diocese of Sale, strengthening learning and wellbeing outcomes for students with disabilities through inclusive practices.

Working under the Team Coordinator: Learning Adjustment, you will help leaders develop inclusive cultures, identify needs, plan adjustments, and deliver professional learning in inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting inclusive education in schools.
• Knowledge of legislation relating to students with disabilities, including NCCD.
• Ability to coach and mentor school leaders and teachers.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience analysing student needs to drive interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support school leaders to foster inclusive school cultures and learning environments.
• Identify student needs and implement evidence-based interventions using RTI.
• Guide universal, targeted and intensive adjustments for diverse learners.
• Assist access to curriculum, enrolment, participation and supports.
• Contribute to professional learning in inclusive education across the Diocese.
• Collaborate with teams to provide coordinated student support.
• Prepare timely reports and contribute to system-wide improvement.

Skills

Inclusive education

NCCD knowledge

Coaching & mentoring

Relationship building

Student needs analysis

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Education qualification

VIT registration

Job description

Inclusive Education (Learning Adjustment) Officer

Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Ltd

Type Ongoing

Role Position of Leadership

Hours Full-time

Closes 13-09-2026

About the role

Catholic Identity, Leadership, Learning and Teaching
DOSCEL Office

Working closely with the Chief Learning and Teaching Officer through the Team Coordinator: Learning Adjustment, this important role supports Catholic schools across the Diocese of Sale to strengthen learning and wellbeing outcomes for students with disabilities through inclusive and evidence‑based educational practices.

About the Role

• Support school leaders to develop inclusive school cultures and learning environments where all students can thrive.
• Build leadership capability in identifying student need and implementing effective interventions using a Response to Intervention framework.
• Support schools to plan and implement universal, targeted and intensive adjustments and interventions for students with diverse learning needs.
• Assist schools in ensuring equitable access to curriculum, enrolment, participation, and student support services.
• Promote student voice and agency in learning and wellbeing planning.
• Provide expert advice and support to schools in meeting regulatory and Victorian Catholic Education Authority (VCEA) obligations, including the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of professional learning in inclusive education across the Diocese.
• Work collaboratively with Learning Adjustment, Learning and Teaching, and Whole School Approach to Positive Behaviour Support teams to provide coordinated support to schools.
• Deliver intensive support to school leadership teams in response to complex student needs.
• Provide services to schools consistent with the DOSCEL Expert Teacher Framework.
• Prepare timely reports and contribute to system‑wide improvement initiatives.

About You

You are a collaborative and highly capable education professional with a commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for students with disabilities. You are able to build strong relationships, influence practice, and support school leaders to implement evidence‑based approaches that make a meaningful difference.

You will demonstrate:

• Experience supporting inclusive education practices and learning adjustments within school settings.
• Strong knowledge of current legislation, policies, and frameworks relating to students with disabilities, including NCCD requirements.
• A demonstrated ability to build the capability of school leaders and teachers through coaching, mentoring, and professional learning.
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Experience analysing student needs and supporting schools to implement effective interventions and adjustments.
• The ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and evidence-based educational practice.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.

Experience within Catholic education and postgraduate qualifications relevant to inclusive education, learning diversity, or educational leadership will be highly regarded.

Why join DOSCEL?

At DOSCEL, we are committed to creating vibrant and inclusive learning communities where every student is known, valued, and supported to achieve their full potential.
This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact across Catholic schools throughout the Diocese of Sale by helping leaders strengthen inclusive practices and improve outcomes for students with disabilities. You will join a collaborative and values‑driven organisation committed to excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Applications close on Sunday 13 September 2026.

DOSCEL is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to child safety screening processes, including Working with Children and police checks.

13th September 2026

Attachments

Position Description - Inclusive Education (Learning Adjustment) Officer August 2026.pdf

Note

https://www.doscel.catholic.edu.au/positions-vacant/