Learning Support Officer

Carlo Acutis; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

St Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School in Wollert West seeks a caring Learning Support Officer to support students from Foundation to Year Six. The role runs 8.45am–1.45pm four days a week, with a focus on delivering responsive learning support and small group engagement.

The school emphasizes inclusion and safe, welcoming Catholic education. Prior experience with children and a Certificate III in Education Support are highly regarded, with alignment to child safety policies and MACS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic education ethos.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred.
• Certificate III in Education Support is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and wellbeing of Foundation to Year Six students.
• Deliver small group and one-on-one assistance to learners.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement responsive learning programs.
• Contribute to an inclusive, welcoming classroom environment.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Classroom support

Education

Certificate III in Education Support

Job description

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.48 FTE)

Applications Close: 12 November 2026

St Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School, Wollert West, is a seeking caring and dedicated Learning Support Officer to join our growing community in 2026. Working alongside teachers, our Learning Support Officers provide support for students from Foundation to Year Six, assisting with delivering responsive support to student learning, small group work, and classroom engagement. This part-time role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping children thrive, value inclusion, and are committed to building a welcoming Catholic school community.

Join Our Growing Catholic Primary School – Learning Support Officer Position Available for 2027!

St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School is a new and growing school community in Wollert West that commenced operating in 2025. We are continuing to expand and are seeking a passionate Learning Support Officer to join our vibrant school community in 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a thriving school community where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to learn.

We are looking for a Learning Support Officer to work 8.45am - 1.45pm four days per week.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Officer, you will:

• have a commitment to the ethos and mission of Catholic education
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to support the learning and wellbeing of students.
• Assist in implementing responsive learning programs for students
• Provide small group and one-on-one support to enhance student engagement and progress.
• have high expectations for student learning, wellbeing and family partnerships
• strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience working with children in an educational setting and relevant qualifications (such as a Certificate III in Education Support) will be highly regarded
• An understanding of and commitment to complying with the School’s Child Safety Policy, MACS Code of Conduct and all relevant child safety policies and procedures.

The school reserves the right to interview applicants prior to the closing date.

Child Safety Commitment:

St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Primary School maintains a zero tolerance approach to child abuse and is committed the safety, wellbeing and protection of all students in our care. Every person associated with our school has a responsibility to understand and actively uphold the school's child safety policies and procedures.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Not applicable