Student Learning Support Aide (5 days/week)

St George Christian School; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local Christian educational institution in Newcastle-Maitland is seeking a passionate part-time Learning Support Aide. This role involves assisting students with disabilities under the guidance of teachers. Applicants should be committed Christians involved in their church, ideally possess an Education Support Certificate, and be willing to undergo First Aid and child protection training. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a team and positively impact students' learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Committed Christian actively involved in their local church.
• Willingness to complete First Aid training and AIS child protection training.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities under teacher direction.
• Report aspects of student progress to teachers and SLS.
• Contribute to professional discussions for inclusive education.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Assisting students with disabilities

Passion for Christian education

Education

Education Support Certificate I, II, or III

Job description

Learning Support Aide (Part-time, 5 days per week, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM)

The Learning Support Aide position is an opportunity for anyone who is passionate about Christian Education and working in a productive team environment with students. The role may support students with special needs either from Primary or from Secondary.

Success Criteria

• Be a committed Christian who is actively involved in their local church
• Be able to assist in providing quality Christian education to students, collaboratively
• Have a genuine love of children and be committed to their growth in learning
• Contribute to the life of the College community
• Ideally, have an Education Support Certificate in I, II, or III with similar skills
• Have a willingness to complete First Aid training as per College expectations and complete the mandatory AIS child protection training

Responsibilities

The Learning Support Aide will work effectively within a team, actively assisting students with a disability, under the direction of the classroom teachers and Student Learning Support Team (SLS). They will work with individual students and groups in a classroom setting and may need to accompany staff and students on excursions. They will be reporting relevant aspects of student progress to the teacher and other members of the SLS as well as contributing to professional discussions to ensure inclusive Education for all students.

This is an exciting and challenging position for anyone who can demonstrate a willingness to partner with teachers, students and parents.

The closing date for applications 27 January 2026.