Learning Support Officer

De La Salle College; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

De La Salle College in Malvern, Victoria, seeks enthusiastic Learning Support Officers to join the Learning Diversity Team. Roles include 1:1 instructional support, classroom collaboration with teachers, and helping students access the curriculum across full-time and part-time vacancies commencing Term 1, 2027.

Remuneration is based on experience in accordance with the Education Support Officer – Category B scale of the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (CEMEA).

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic education.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with students and colleagues.
• Eagerness to learn.
• Willingness to implement differentiated curriculum using technology.

Responsibilities

• Working in partnership with subject teachers to support student learning.
• Attending to the care of the students, supporting organization skills, preparedness for class and access to the curriculum.
• Working with students in the class setting, providing 1:1 instructional support.
• Providing support for a student’s academic learning, behaviour program, physical care, or social progress throughout the school day.
• Assisting with the identification of student needs, skills and problems as they arise, and the evaluation of their progress, keeping the Educational Support Teacher informed at all times.
• Liaising with other Education Support personnel and teaching staff in order to maintain a comprehensive support program.
• Undertaking various administrative duties.

Skills

Catholic education

Student support

Differentiated instruction

Technology for learning

Job description

Role Description/Criteria

We are seeking full-time and part-time Learning Support Officers for multiple vacancies across the College, commencing Term 1, 2027.

This role is part of the Learning Diversity Team, working with teachers in the classroom to support students with their learning needs.

De La Salle College is an integral part of the faith community of Malvern. De La Salle College is governed under the authority of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Limited (MACS). MACS is the employer of employees at De La Salle College.

Remuneration is based on experience in accordance with the Education Support Officer – Category B scale of the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (CEMEA)

Job description

• Working in partnership with subject teachers, to support student learning;
• Attending to the care of the students, supporting their organization skills, preparedness for class and access to the curriculum;
• Working with students in the class setting, providing 1:1 instructional support;
• Providing support for a student’s academic learning, behaviour program, physical care, or social progress throughout the entirety of a school day, including class and recess times;
• Assisting with the identification of student needs, skills and problems as they arise, and the evaluation of their progress, keeping the Educational Support Teacher informed at all times;
• Liaising with other Education Support personnel and teaching staff in order to maintain a comprehensive support program;
• Undertaking various administrative duties.

Skills/Experience required

• A strong commitment to Catholic education.
• An ability to develop and maintain professional and caring relationships with students and colleagues.
• An eagerness to learn
• An enthusiasm to implement a differentiated curriculum and use modern technology to support student learning.
• Experience in a similar role is advantageous

Special Requirements

At De La Salle College, the safety, well‑being, and inclusion of all children are paramount. Therefore, the successful applicant must demonstrate a clear understanding of and commitment to providing a safe environment for children.

The successful applicant must hold a valid Working With Children Check and Police Check.

Equal Opportunity

De La Salle College Malvern is an equal opportunity employer that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Visa & Working Rights

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

Join Our Team

Join our passionate team at De La Salle College and contribute to nurturing young minds in a supportive and thriving educational community.

Application Deadline

Applications close 9:00am Tuesday 22 September 2026