Learning Support Teacher - Primary - Medowie

Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle; Medowie; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie, part of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, invites applications for a Permanent Full-Time Learning Support Teacher (K-6) to join the founding team from Term 4, 2026. This role focuses on inclusive, Catholic education and collaboration across the school community to support every learner.

You will work with teachers, families and allied professionals to design evidence-informed practices, contribute to professional learning, and help establish a

Qualifications

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools.

Responsibilities

• Identify students with special educational needs and coordinate referrals with parents, colleagues and external providers.

Skills

Catholic education understanding

Collaborative teamwork

Professional learning delivery

Assessment data analysis

Personalised Plans creation

Student transitions support

Disability legislation knowledge

Organisational skills

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Postgraduate in Special Education

Active NSW WWCC

Job description

Introduction

Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie is seeking a passionate Permanent Full-Time Learning Support Teacher to join the founding team from Term 4, 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of establishing a brand-new Catholic primary school where every student is known, valued and supported to reach their full potential. Opening in 2027, Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie will deliver an inclusive, future-focused learning environment that nurtures the academic, social, emotional and spiritual growth of every child.

As a founding Learning Support Teacher, you will play a vital role in creating an inclusive culture where diverse learning needs are embraced and every student is empowered to succeed. This role may include a classroom teaching load with dedicated release from class and will work in partnership with teachers, families and allied professionals, to help design and implement evidence-informed practices that enable students to thrive both in and beyond the classroom.

Located within a growing education precinct alongside Catherine McAuley Catholic College and St Nicholas Early Education Centre, the school offers a unique opportunity to collaborate across educational settings while helping to shape a supportive and connected learning community from its very beginning.

Set in the beautiful Port Stephens region, Medowie combines the charm of a welcoming community with an enviable coastal lifestyle. Just 34 kilometres from Newcastle CBD and less than an hour from the Hunter Valley, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds—professional fulfilment in a purpose-driven role and easy access to stunning beaches, nature and regional attractions.

The school is purpose-built to facilitate team teaching and gives teachers the opportunity to work collaboratively in their planning and delivery of learning. The school community is equipped with modern and engaging learning environments to allow the delivery of a comprehensive curriculum.

If you are committed to inclusive education, passionate about supporting every learner, and excited by the opportunity to help build a school where every child can flourish,

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Learning Support Teacher (K-6) in a Catholic school has a unique role to play and is assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live a purposeful life.

Examples of responsibilities of the Learning Support Teacher include but are not limited to the following:

• assist with the identification of students with special educational needs, consult and collaborate with parents, colleagues, CSO personnel and external providers, and facilitate referral and assessment procedures with Catholic Schools Office Student Support staff.
• deliver intervention, teach students, and assist teachers with curriculum differentiation, as specified by the Leader of Learning Support / Learning Support Coordinator.
• collaborate with class teachers and other relevant people to assist in the design, implementation, and monitoring and review of adjustments, as documented in the Personalised Plan (PP) or Learner Profile (LP).
• work collaboratively with other Learning Support personnel.
• contribute to the provision of staff professional development and parent education programs.
• liaise with relevant schools particularly in relation to transition periods.
• contribute to the preparation of documentation required under legislation in line with privacy, confidentiality, and disability obligations, for example, pre-enrolment documentation, and assist in the preparation of submissions for the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD)
• support the development of inclusive learning environments
• assist in the implementation of programs and processes to support students with disability
• assist in building capacity of school staff in the area of Special Education

Skills and Experiences

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
• Experience working with students with disability (K-6)
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff, CSO staff, and external stakeholders in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes for students
• Experience in the delivery of professional learning for staff and parents
• Demonstrated ability to effectively gather and utilise assessment data, and other relevant student data, to determine the adjustments required for individual students and groups of students
• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively prepare Personalised Plans and Learner Profiles for students with disability
• Experience in supporting student enrolment and transitions
• Working knowledge of Disability legislation and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data
• Evidence of excellent organisational, interpersonal, and administrative skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher (or approved as Three-year trained due to significant prior experience as a Teacher within the system) and postgraduate qualifications in Special Education and/or special education experience
• Active NESA Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Completion of CPR training

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Samantha Kelley, Principal on Tel: [phone] or via email: [e-mail]

Applications close: Sunday 23rd August 2026 at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.