Learning Support Teacher

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential job share arrangement

Job summary

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is seeking a Learning Support Teacher for James Sheahan Catholic High School in Orange, NSW. The role focuses on providing targeted support within years 7–12, collaborating with staff, parents and allied health professionals to implement inclusive, curriculum-aligned strategies and Individual Learning Plans.

The successful candidate will contribute to building a supportive, equitable learning environment and participate in ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Willingness to support Catholic ethos in the workplace.
• Ability to implement learning support programs in a secondary school.
• Experience liaising with students, staff, parents and organisations regarding disability.
• Experience with literacy/numeracy interventions.

Responsibilities

• Create a learner-centred, supportive learning environment aligned with policy.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs; assess student progress.
• Use inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equity.
• Analyse assessment data to identify barriers and drive improvement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to improve outcomes.
• Liaise with parents and allied health professionals to support engagement.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff to contribute to school life.

Skills

Learner-centred

Inclusive teaching

Tiered intervention

Data analysis

Liaising with parents

Professional development

Job description

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst – Kelso NSW

3d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst

Learning Support Teacher, James Sheahan Catholic High School

Co-educational, years 7-12

Permanent, Part time 0.5 FTE position

Commencing: 28 January 2027

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an approachable and caring Learning Support Teacher to join the supportive team at James Sheahan Catholic High School Orange, NSW. The Learning Support Teacher in a Catholic school is someone who can work with other members of the school to ensure that the 'Support for all' goal is alive and embedded into all practices within the Learning & Teaching environment of the school.

We are seeking a Teacher who understands and commits to supporting the mission and ethos of Catholic education within the school by:

• Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assess and report student progress.
• Using inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equitable education.
• Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Liaising with parents and allied health professionals to support their students engagement in learning
• Collaborating with school leadership, staff, and contributing to school life.

About You

We are looking for someone who can address the following selection criteria:

• A willingness to support the Catholic tradition and ethos in the workplace
• Ability to implement learning support programs and structures in a secondary school setting, including Individual Learning Plans
• Ability to support effective tiered intervention strategies and programs, and to support teaching staff in implementing these strategies
• Experience in liaising with students, staff, parents and relevant organisations regarding disability and support matters
• Experience working with literacy/ numeracy interventions
• Knowledgeof the NCCD including identification, implementation, documentation, collection of evidence and application

About Our Offer

Our teachers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst. Some benefits include:

• Potential job share arrangement can be considered

Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development

Positive, engaging, and supportive culture

An organisation who is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development

Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

Established in 1976, James Sheahan Catholic High School is named for James Sheahan, an influential Catholic priest who played a significant role in the development of Catholic education in the region.
At James Sheahan Catholic High School, we believe in holistic education. Alongside academics, we encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, performing arts, public speaking, and community service. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where students feel valued, respected, and safe. We actively engage with the local community and promote social responsibility through community service programs.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.