Primary Learning Support Teacher

Sunshine Coast Grammar School; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Grammar School in Queensland is seeking a Learning Support Teacher to join our primary team. The role emphasizes inclusive education, evidence-informed interventions, and collaboration within the MTSS framework to support diverse learners.

The successful candidate will work with teachers, aides, parents and specialists to ensure access, participation and progress in learning, delivering Tier 2 and 3 interventions and developing ISPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Primary) or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Inclusive or Special Education are highly desirable.
• Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.
• Experience delivering high-quality, evidence-informed teaching in a Primary School.
• Knowledge of MTSS, differentiation, and evidence-informed literacy/numeracy intervention.
• Ability to analyse and interpret student data to inform targeted intervention and progress monitoring.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to partner with students, families and staff.
• Commitment to collaboration, continuous improvement and evidence-informed practice.
• Genuine passion for supporting students with disability and diverse learning needs.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (preferred). Alignment with ethos of independent Christian school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions in literacy, numeracy, and other areas of need.
• Develop and monitor ISPs in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Advise and support teachers in implementing inclusive teaching strategies and reasonable adjustments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Engage in professional learning and contribute to whole-school initiatives that promote inclusive practice.

Skills

MTSS

Differentiation

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Inclusive education

Disability awareness

Interpersonal skills

Evidence-informed practice

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Postgraduate qualifications in Inclusive or Special Education

Job description

Are you passionate about inclusive education and making a meaningful difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs? We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Learning Support Teacher to join our vibrant primary school team.

This role is pivotal in ensuring every student can access and thrive within the curriculum through evidence-based interventions and collaborative support.

This is a full-time position, commencing January 2027.

About the Role

This role supports students with diverse learning needs through evidence-informed intervention, collaborative practice and inclusive education. Working within the School's Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework, the successful applicant will collaborate closely with classroom teachers, Teacher Aides, parents and specialists to support students' access, participation and success in learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions in literacy, numeracy, and other areas of need.
• Develop and monitor ISPs in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Advise and support teachers in implementing inclusive teaching strategies and reasonable adjustments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Engage in professional learning and contribute to whole-school initiatives that promote inclusive practice.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Education (Primary) or equivalent. Postgraduate qualifications in Inclusive or Special Education are highly desirable.
• Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.
• Demonstrated capacity to deliver high-quality, evidence-informed teaching that supports student learning, engagement and progress.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs in a Primary School setting.
• Knowledge of inclusive education, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), differentiation, reasonable adjustments and evidence-informed literacy and numeracy intervention.
• The ability to analyse and interpret student data to inform targeted intervention and monitor progress.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships with students, families and staff.
• A commitment to collaboration, continuous improvement and evidence-informed practice.
• A genuine passion for supporting students with disability and diverse learning needs.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (preferred). Alignment with the ethos and values of an independent Christian school.

Why Join Grammar?

Sunshine Coast Grammar School is a leading independent, coeducational school, committed to excellence in education. The School provides high quality academic, cultural and sporting programs in a supportive learning environment to enable students to reach their individual goals. Sunshine Coast Grammar School is a unique learning environment set on a beautiful 100 acre site with its own lakes and rainforest.

Sunshine Coast Grammar School has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.