Learning Assistant

St Edward's College; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

St Edward's College, a Catholic Independent school on the Central Coast of NSW, seeks a permanent part-time Learning Assistant (0.9 FTE) commencing January 2027 to support literacy, numeracy and oral skills alongside teachers and the Leader of Diverse Learning.

The role focuses on inclusive learning, collaboration with staff, and applying evidence-based strategies to help students access the curriculum. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting student learning growth
• Ability to develop and implement strategies to support literacy, numeracy and oral skills
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support literacy, numeracy and oral skills delivery with teachers and the Leader of Diverse Learning
• Contribute to inclusive learning environments and classroom support through application of evidence-based strategies

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.90 FTE)

Applications Close: 16 November 2026

St Edward's College seeks a permanent part-time (4.5 days per week) Learning Assistant commencing January 2027 to work closely with teachers and the Leader of Diverse Learning supporting literacy, numeracy, and student learning.

Learning Assistant

Commencing January 2027

St Edward's College is an all-boys Catholic Independent School on the Central Coast of NSW with an enrolment of 950 students in Years 7 to 12. The College is governed by Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) and provides a wonderfully rich and liberating education that fosters student spirituality and promotes the values of inclusivity, justice and solidarity. The College is driven by staff who are committed to making a difference in the education of boys. Staff are creative, innovative and motivated to establish a learning environment that challenges, nurtures and inspires young men to achieve their personal best.

The Learning Assistant works closely with teachers and the Leader of Diverse Learning in delivering educational programs that support the development of literacy, numeracy and oral skills in an inclusive learning environment. The Learning Assistant plays a key role in supporting students and teachers in the effective functioning of a classroom through the application of a range of principles and processes designed to facilitate student learning in a caring environment.

We are looking for someone with strong communication and teamwork skills with a willingness to take on challenges and the capacity to contribute to an educational community filled with energetic and committed educators. If you have qualifications and experience in supporting student learning growth and in developing and implementing strategies to allow students to access the curriculum, along with an interest in the use of technology to support student learning then you are the type of professional that we are looking for.

St Edward's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA commitment to child protection policies and procedures. Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Applications close at 3pm on Monday 16 November 2026.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Boy

990 Students
80 TeachingStaff
38 Non-Teaching Staff

St Edward’s College - GosfordWhere Young Men AchieveSt Edward’s College is an all-boys Catholic Independent School on the Central Coast of NSW with an enrolment of 1,100 students in Years 7 to 12. The College is governed by Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) and provides a wonderfully rich and liberating education that fosters student spirituality and promotes the values of inclusivity, justice and solidarity. The College is driven by staff who are committed to making a difference in the education of boys. Teachers are creative, innovative and motivated to establish a learning environment that challenges, nurtures and inspires young men to achieve their personal best.