School Learning Support Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Verona School

NSW Police Force; Sydney; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Verona School in Sydney Region seeks a dedicated School Learning Support Officer to assist students with identified learning needs under teacher supervision. The role includes welfare, health and wellbeing activities and may cover streams such as vision, hearing and bilingual support.

The successful candidate will work closely with families and staff to implement individualised learning plans in a safe, inclusive environment, contributing to student wellbeing and achievement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to support students with disabilities in classrooms.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and staff.
• Willingness to undertake required first aid and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs under teacher supervision.
• Assist with student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required.
• Support students in streams/settings such as pre-school, vision, hearing, or bilingual programs.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement individualized plans.

Skills

Teamwork

Disability support

Student welfare

Clear communication

Job description

Job Description - School Learning Support Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Verona School (0000BD7Q)

School Learning Support Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Verona School - 0000BD7Q

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Location

Sydney Region

Advertisement Number A900158127

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

FTE 1.000

Contact Phone number 02 97210488

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

04-Nov-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).

Verona School and Verona House are Intensive Learning Support schools, supporting students with Behaviour Disorder, Mental Health, Emotional Disturbance and/or Autism. Our school provides a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment where every student is recognised and supported to achieve their full potential.

We work closely with families, carers, and support staff to create an individualised learning and wellbeing plan for each student. This ensures that every learner has the opportunity to engage in education in a way that suits their needs best.

Our classrooms are designed to meet the needs of all students. We make sure students feel safe, respected, and ready to learn in a way that empowers them. Our staff are caring, highly skilled, and committed to helping students feel confident, connected, and proud of who they are.

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

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. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

Information Session

On Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 10:30am, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment and Advisory team will host an online Yarn Up (information session) about this role. The session will provide a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including applying for the position and interview to build confidence in your application.

Alternatively, if you would like to attend the session in person, you are welcome to join us in person at Verona School.

yarn up

INFORMATION SESSION

Interested in this role? Join our Yarn Up!

Scan the QR code for more information or email us, [e-mail]

Job Reference Number: 0000BD7Q

Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 10:30am

Art by Jakei, student- Macksville Public School

Targeted Question 1

How would you support students to develop independence, confidence and the skills needed to participate successfully in learning and everyday school activities?

Targeted Question 2

How would you contribute to a culturally safe, inclusive and supportive school environment where students feel a sense of belonging and connection?

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