School Learning Support Officer - Full Time - Ongoing - Wirreanda Public School

NSW Department of Education; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wirreanda Public School in Medowie, Port Stephens, NSW, is seeking a School Learning Support Officer to assist students with diverse learning needs under teacher supervision, supporting educational outcomes and student wellbeing. The role may include support in streams such as pre-school, vision, hearing and bilingual settings, as well as assisting with inclusion and wellbeing activities across the school.

A positive team approach, commitment to equity and ongoing training are valued, with

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check clearance is required.
• Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education.
• Willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the SLSO role.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively as part of a team to support students.
• Support students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities.
• Maintain effective communication with students, staff and families.
• Assist in inclusion classes and broader learning activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Disability support

Communication

Job description

The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world-class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non-government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

About the Role: School Learning Support Officers provides support for students with identified diverse learning needs including disability in classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational outcomes. This support includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required. In addition School Learning Support Officers may provide specific support for students in the following streams or settings: pre-school, vision support, hearing support, and bilingual. Student Learning Support Officers working in these streams/settings have specific additional duties, in addition to the general duties for School Learning Support Officers that are required to be performed.

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children Check Clearance
• Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the School Learning Support Officer role.
• Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs.
• Health support training to be provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions).

Wirreanda Public School is located in Medowie, Port Stephens, NSW.

Our diverse and inclusive school community includes students from Aboriginal backgrounds, Defence Force families and EAL/D backgrounds.

We are committed to providing high-quality education through evidence-based practices, explicit teaching and high expectations for every student. Our collaborative approach to professional learning, coaching and continuous improvement supports staff to develop their practice and achieve excellence in teaching and learning. Equity, wellbeing and belonging are central to our school culture. Through strong relationships, inclusive practices and a commitment to High Potential and Gifted Education, we strive to ensure every student is known, valued and cared for, with opportunities to achieve their potential.

Our students benefit from a broad range of academic, creative, sporting and leadership opportunities. We value student voice, celebrate achievement and foster strong partnerships with families and our wider community.

At Wirreanda, our dedicated and supportive staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment, guided by our school values of Respect, Responsible Learners and Excellence.

Wirreanda Public School currently has one multicategorical inclusion class, with an autism inclusion class being established in 2027. This SLSO position will support students with a range of learning and support needs within the inclusion class setting.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities.
• Effective communication skills.

About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people.

Proven experience in supporting people with complex needs, including emotional regulation, communication and sensory needs. Demonstrated experience in using individualised strategies to support engagement, learning and independence.