Learning Support Assistant - Denman

Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle; Denman; On-site; AUD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

St Joseph's Primary School, Denman, seeks a temporary part-time Learning Support Assistant (10 hours/week across Mon & Thu) for 2027. The role supports teachers in academic and spiritual growth, classroom routines and student care, especially for students with disabilities.

Experience with NSW Disability legislation and flexibility to work under teacher direction are essential. WWCC and anaphylaxis training are required; Certificate III/IV in SBES is desirable.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in ensuring each child can grow academically and spiritually
• Assist in school routines, classroom activities, and care of students with disability
• Collaborate with school staff, CSO staff and external stakeholders
• Administer assessments and deliver interventions under teacher direction
• Implement adjustments for individual students and groups of students
• Support student enrolment and transitions under teacher direction

Skills

Catholic education commitment

Disability support

Collaboration with staff

Assessment delivery

Differentiated support

Enrolment support

Disability legislation knowledge

Organisation & communication

Education

Certificate III/IV in School Based Education Support

Experience in schools

NSW WWCC (Working with Children Check)

Job description

Are you a current employeeof the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, including the Catholic Schools Office?

Job Category: School Support Staff (Ancillary)

St Joseph's Primary School, Denmanis seeking a temporary part-time (10 hours per week across Monday & Thursday) Learning Support Assistantto join the team for the 2027 school year.

St Joseph’s Primary School is located in the small, thriving Upper Hunter town of Denman. Our School offers quality Catholic education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 from the areas of Denman, Martindale, Sandy Hollow, Bureen and Jerrys Plains. St Joseph's is an open and caring community where social justice, honesty, compassion and love are nurtured and valued. Our school community is built on an active partnership between the parents, school and local Parish and curriculum differentiation ensures that the needs of all students are catered for at all levels.

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

Desired Skills and Experience

• 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.

• 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

Applications close: Friday 6th November 2026at 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.