School Learning Support Officer - Aboriginal Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Morisset Public[...]

NSW Government; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A state educational department seeks a dedicated School Learning Support Officer to assist students with diverse learning needs at Morisset Public School. This full-time role focuses on supporting Aboriginal students within the classroom, promoting health and wellbeing, and enhancing educational outcomes. Applicants must hold a Working with Children Check clearance and demonstrate effective teamwork and communication skills. Salaries are between $37.21 and $43.23 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to maintain student welfare and health activities.
• Willingness to undertake necessary training.

Responsibilities

• Support students with diverse learning needs under teacher supervision.
• Engage in health and wellbeing activities.
• Assist in a newly formed multi-categorical class.

Skills

Team collaboration

Working with students with disabilities

Effective communication

Education

Working with Children Check clearance

Job description

Job Description - School Learning Support Officer – Aboriginal Identified – Full Time – Ongoing – Morisset Public School (0000B4GR)

Location

Central & North Coasts – Newcastle & Hunter Valley

Number of Positions

1

Salary

The salary range for this position is $37.21 – $43.23 per hour. The total salary package will include employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading.

School

Morisset Public School

Contact

Phone: [phone]
School Admin: 99999999

Closing Date

04-Dec-2025

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support

About the School

Morisset Public School is situated on the south‑west side of Lake Macquarie on Awabakal land. It is a proud member of the Western Shores Learning Alliance (WSLA), in partnership with four other primary schools and Morisset High School. The school has 159 enrolments, 28% of which identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and 15% originate from language backgrounds other than English. In 2026 it will have a multi‑categorical support class. Enhancing the wellbeing and engagement of our students, with a focus on high‑quality explicit teaching, is a priority to improve literacy and numeracy outcomes.

About the Role

School Learning Support Officers provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs, including disability, within classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to help achieve educational outcomes. This role includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required and will specifically support students in the newly formed 2026 Multi‑categorical (MC) class.

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children Check clearance
• Completion of mandatory Department of Education training and willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the role
• Administration of medications – training provided based on student needs
• Health support training – provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions)

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities
• Awareness of the needs of such students
• Effective communication skills

Conditions

This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department’s Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1977.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.

Special Notes

About the NSW Department of Education – the largest public education provider in Australia, responsible for delivering high‑quality education to two‑thirds of NSW students. The Department welcomes applications from all ages, genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If adjustments to the recruitment/interview process would better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team at [e-mail].

How to Apply

To apply, click “Apply Online” below. Attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and a resume (max. 5 pages) in Word or PDF that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. Include name and contact details of two referees. If there are targeted questions, respond in a maximum 300 words and include in your covering letter. All applications must be submitted online via iworkfor.nsw.gov.au; paper, email or late applications will not be accepted.

Information Session

On Thursday, 27‑Nov‑2025 at 10 am the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up information session about this role. The session will outline the recruitment process, application and interview stages. To register, fill out the registration form or scan the QR code. Alternatively, email [e-mail] with the subject line “Yarn Up” and note the job reference number.

EEO Statement

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.