Learning Support Teacher

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential job share arrangement

Job summary

James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange NSW, is seeking a Learning Support Teacher (0.5 FTE) to join the supportive staff. You will work with colleagues to ensure a inclusive, learner-centred environment and implement Individual Learning Plans to support students in years 7–12.

The role requires collaboration with parents, staff, and allied health professionals, data-driven assessment, and ongoing professional development while contributing to school life within a Catholic education context.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic ethos in the workplace.
• Ability to implement learning support programs and structures in a secondary school setting (including Individual Learning Plans).
• Ability to support tiered intervention strategies and assist teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Create a learner-centred, supportive classroom aligned with policies.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs; assess and report progress.
• Analyse assessment data to identify barriers and support improvement.
• Collaborate with parents and allied health professionals to support student engagement.

Skills

Learning support

Intervention strategies

Liaising with parents & organisations

Literacy & numeracy interventions

Education

Secondary school experience

Job description

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst – Orange NSW

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

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

Click here to find out more about Orange, NSW.

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.

Click here to find out more about James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange.

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.