Learning Support Assistant - Booragul

Catholic Schools Office Diocese Of Maitland-Newcastle; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program

Staff development programs

Paid parental leave

Long service leave after five years

Job summary

St Paul’s Catholic College Booragul is seeking a temporary part-time Learning Support Assistant (30 hours per week) to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months. The school emphasises an inclusive, nurturing environment and a faith-based approach to learning, with support for students of varied abilities.

The LSA role involves supporting teachers in routines, classroom activities and targeted interventions, under supervision, to help students academically and spiritually within a Catholic

Qualifications

• Clear understanding of Catholic education and commitment to the mission of the Church
• Experience working with students with disability (K-12)
• Ability to work under direction of a teacher and collaborate with school staff and CSO

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in school routines, classroom activities and care of students with disability
• Contribute to a faith-filled educational experience and inclusive environment
• Assist with enrolment and transitions under teacher direction

Skills

Catholic education commitment

Disability support (K-12)

Collaboration with teachers and staff

Assessment administration & Intervent.

Adjustments for students

Education

Working with Children Check (NSW WWCC)

Completion of anaphylaxis training

Certificate III or IV in School Based Education Support

Job description

St Paul's Catholic College Booragul is seeking a temporary part time (30hrs p/w) Learning Support Assistant to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months.

St Paul's Catholic College offers an inclusive, welcoming and comfortable environment. The calm, nurturing setting has been designed to allow students and staff to feel at home in developing their varied capacities and skills. The growth of the students is nurtured and encouraged by a supportive faculty through the provision of creative freedom, empowerment of the individual and opportunities for prayer and reflection. The curriculum, both formal and informal, focuses on spiritual growth and reflects a respect for the diversity of all 750 students, their differing levels of abilities, strengths, weaknesses and gifts.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Learning Support Assistants (LSA) in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of supporting teachers in ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live a purposeful life.

• Supported by the Catholic community, of which they are a vital part, LSAs support teachers in inviting students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
• LSAs support the promotion of the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
• Under the direction of teachers, LSAs provide support and assistance in school routines; classroom activities; and the care and support of students with disability.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
• Experience working with students with disability (K-12)
• Demonstrated ability to work under the direction of a teacher, and in collaboration with school staff, CSO staff, and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to effectively administer assessments, and deliver interventions, under the direction of a teacher
• Demonstrated ability to implement adjustments required for individual students and groups of students
• Experience in supporting student enrolment and transitions, under the direction of a teacher
• Knowledge about the relevant Disability legislation and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data
• Evidence of excellent organisational, interpersonal, and administrative skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Certificate III or IV in School Based Education Support / or experience in schools (Desirable)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programs
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Anne-Maree Shipman, Acting Principal on Tel: (************* or via email: *************************************

Applications close: Wednesday 18th November 2026 at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.