School Learning Support Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Springwood High School

NSW Police Force; Springwood; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education in the Sydney Region is seeking a School Learning Support Officer (Identified) at Springwood High School for a full-time ongoing appointment. The role supports students with identified learning needs under teacher supervision and contributes to their welfare and educational outcomes.

The position requires Working with Children Check clearance, mandatory Department training, and readiness to undertake first-aid and health support training as needed.

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check Clearance
• Mandatory Department training plus willingness to undertake first-aid training
• Administration of Medications – training provided
• Health support training provided based on student needs

Responsibilities

• Provide learning and welfare support to students under the direction of a teacher
• Support students with identified diverse learning needs in classrooms and other settings
• Promote wellbeing and engagement through health and welfare activities
• Collaborate with staff, families and external providers to support student outcomes

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Disability awareness

Adaptability

Job description

Job Description - School Learning Support Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Springwood High School (0000BE11)

School Learning Support Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Springwood High School - 0000BE11

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Location

Sydney Region

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: The salary range for this position is $38.33 - $44.53 per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading

School Name Springwood High School

Staffing Area Penrith

FTE 1.000

Contact Name Lis Viney

Contact Phone number 02 4751 2111

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

26-Oct-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

SASS

Organisation

School Administrative and Support

Position Information

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).

Springwood High School is proudly comprehensive in both nature and purpose, with a current enrolment of 556 students, including 57 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and 48 students from language backgrounds other than English. The school provides a broad range of challenging and diverse learning opportunities underpinned by high expectations for all students.

Opportunities extend across academic, sporting and cultural domains, enabling students to pursue excellence while developing confidence, creativity and a strong sense of belonging. Strong educational leadership and the commitment of dedicated staff foster a positive, supportive and dynamic learning environment focused on continuous improvement and student success. The school is committed to the values of fairness, equity, inclusion, diversity and excellence in the pursuit of outstanding educational outcomes for every student.

The Springwood High School Support Unit currently includes an off-site setting at the Glenbrook Centre, comprising three classes. In 2027, the school will further expand inclusive educational provision through the establishment of two multi-categorical classes at the Faulconbridge campus. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with teachers in the multi-categorical classes at the Faulconbridge campus to support student learning and wellbeing initiatives, and promote strong, supportive connections between staff, students, families, external providers and the wider community.

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

Conditions

This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position. Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) 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

It is anticipated the position will begin Term 1, Day 1 2027.

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 all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

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