Learning Support Assistant - Merriwa

Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle; Merriwa; On-site; AUD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport (corporate program)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and staff development

Paid parental leave (eligibility)

Long service leave after five years

Job summary

St Joseph's Primary School, Merriwa, NSW, is seeking a Temporary Part-Time Learning Support Assistant (6.5 hours per week, with potential for more hours in term 3) to support teachers and students for the remainder of the year.

Situated in a rural Catholic setting, the school focuses on inclusive learning and spiritual development, supporting every student to grow academically and personally under the guidance of the Catholic community.

Qualifications

• Articulate understanding of Catholic education and mission
• Experience supporting students with disability (K-12)
• Ability to work under teacher direction and collaborate with staff

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with routines, activities and student care
• Assist with classroom tasks and learning activities
• Provide support and interventions for students with disability under supervision

Skills

Catholic education

Disability support

Team collaboration

Assessment delivery

Individual adjustments

Enrolment support

Disability legislation

Organisational skills

Education

Certificate III/IV in School Based Education Support

Job description

Job Description

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle – Merriwa NSW

St Joseph's Primary School Merriwa is seeking a Temporary Part-Time (6.5 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours in term 3) Learning Support Assistant to join the team for the remainder of the year.

St Joseph's Primary School, Merriwa is a small, rural Catholic school situated in the Upper Hunter with a unique school environment that provides a meaningful and inclusive learning program catering for the intellectual, spiritual, emotional, social and physical dimensions of each student.

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.

• 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 programsPaid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Anne-Marie Peebles, Principal on Tel: [phone]*** or via email: ***************@mn.catholic.edu.au

Applications close: Monday24th August 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.