Learning Support Officer - Part Time

Martian Logic Pty; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 48,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Marcellin College, a leading Catholic secondary school for boys in Victoria, seeks a Learning Support Officer to join the Learning Diversity Team. You will work with teachers to support students with disabilities and learning needs, helping them access the curriculum and achieve personalised goals.

The role involves class and small-group support, documentation, and collaboration with families and allied health professionals. Commitment to child safety and Marist values is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs in an educational setting.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience preparing learning support documentation, reports, or student support plans.
• Certificate IV in Education Support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with individual learning needs to access and engage with the curriculum in classroom environments.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement learning adjustments, differentiation strategies, and Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs).
• Assist students with organisation, note-taking, comprehension, assessment preparation, and independent learning skills.
• Monitor student progress, maintain records and anecdotal notes, and contribute to student support meetings.
• Support students’ social, emotional, and physical wellbeing while promoting confidence and inclusion.
• Work with teachers, parents, allied health professionals, and external providers to support outcomes.
• Participate in camps, excursions, and College events as required.
• Maintain a strong commitment to child safety, wellbeing, and Marist values.

Education

Certificate IV in Education Support

Job description

• Fixed-term part-time contract supporting diverse learners
• Join Marcellin College's Learning Diversity Team

Marcellin College is a leading Catholic secondary school for boys, conducted by the Marist Brothers. We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, wellbeing, and faith, where every student is supported to thrive academically, socially, and personally. We strive to create an inclusive learning environment that recognises and celebrates the individual strengths and needs of all students.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Learning Support Officer (LSO) to join our Learning Diversity Team. Reporting to the Learning Diversity Leader, you will work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to provide targeted assistance to students with disabilities, learning difficulties, additional learning needs, and those requiring learning extension opportunities.

The successful applicant will play an important role in supporting students to access the mainstream curriculum, achieve personalised learning goals, develop independence, and participate fully in all aspects of college life. The role involves working directly with students in classrooms and small group settings, assisting with curriculum adjustments, monitoring progress, and contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with individual learning needs to access and engage with the curriculum in classroom environments.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement learning adjustments, differentiation strategies, and Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs).
• Assist students with organisation, note-taking, comprehension, assessment preparation, and independent learning skills.
• Monitor student progress, maintain records and anecdotal notes, and contribute to student support meetings.
• Support students' social, emotional, and physical wellbeing while promoting confidence, self-efficacy, and inclusion.
• Work closely with teachers, parents, allied health professionals, and external providers to support student outcomes.
• Participate in camps, excursions, co-curricular activities, and other College events as required.
• Maintain a strong commitment to child safety, wellbeing, and the Marist values of the College.

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• A commitment to the Catholic and Marist ethos of the College.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs in an educational setting.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience preparing learning support documentation, reports, or student support plans.
• Relevant qualifications in Education Support, Education, Allied Health, or a related field. A minimum of a Certificate IV in Education Support is desirable.
• A current Working With Children Check and National Police Check.

For further information about the role, please contact Human Resources on [phone] or email [e-mail].

All staff members at Marcellin College are expected to support the Catholic ethos of the College.

Marcellin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Learning Support Officer

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