Learning Support Officer

St Mary's Catholic Primary School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 88,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to 98,823 AUD (pro-rata)

Salary packaging up to 15,900 AUD

Training and development

Employee referral program

Rewards and benefits

Job summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School Erskineville is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to support the classroom teacher and maximise student outcomes within a Catholic education setting. The temporary role runs Term 4, 2026 with 55 hours per fortnight and requires WWCC clearance; you will join the Learning Support Team and assist diverse learners.

A Certificate III or IV in Educational Support from TAFE NSW or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Understanding the needs of diverse learners
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to support a Catholic school environment

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher to maximise student outcomes within a holistic, student-centred curriculum.
• Support diverse learners and work as part of the Learning Support Team.

Skills

Diverse learners understanding

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Certificate III/IV in Educational Support

Job description

St Mary's Catholic Primary School – Erskineville NSW

St Mary's Catholic Primary School Erskineville
Start Date:Monday, 26 October 2026
Application Closing Date:Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Employment Type: Part-Time (55 hours per fortnight),Temporary (Term 4, 2026 only)

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At St Mary's Catholic Primary School Erskineville, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.

Benefits include:

• competitive remuneration: up to $98,823. Base salary ranges from $67,472 to $88,235, paid on a pro-rata basis. Salary calculated on averaged conditions (generally only required to work during school term time)
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• ongoing training and development opportunities
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Erskineville is a school for all children. We know every student individually and provide extensive opportunities for all children’s passions. Our school is a happy place whereacademic results are strong, creativity is a key focus and all students and parents have a voice.

About You

As a part of the Learning Support Team you will assist the classroom teacher in providing a quality Catholic education focused on maximising student outcomes, through a holistic, student centred curriculum. You must be able to demonstrate:

• an understanding of the needs of the diverse needs of students who require individual and classroom support
• ability to work collaboratively with teachers as a team member
• excellent communication and organisational skills, support and resourcefulness
• a willingness to support the positive religious and cultural Catholic school environment for students
• a Certificate III or IV in Educational Support from TAFE NSW or equivalent post-secondary qualification.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8*** (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).