Student Support Officer - Diverse Learners (Years 5-12)

Stuartholme School; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Stuartholme School in Brisbane is seeking a part-time Student Support Officer to assist with AARA examinations and classroom learning support. The role coordinates examination arrangements in small groups, maintains confidentiality, and works with Diverse Learners staff to meet individual student needs in line with school procedures and QCAA requirements.

The role is term-time 0.7 FTE (45.5 hours per fortnight) with start date 19 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Proven communication skills with students and staff.
• Commitment to student wellbeing, confidentiality and respectful relationships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate AARA administration and examination coordination.
• Provide classroom support and supervise small-group AARA sessions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Student wellbeing

Confidentiality

Procedural compliance

Team collaboration

Assessment material security

Job description

The Student Support Officer role supports the coordination and administration of AARA examinations, assists with classroom learning support and provides supervision for students undertaking examinations in small groups. The position works collaboratively with Diverse Learners teaching staff, students and relevant support personnel to ensure examination arrangements are well organised, confidential, responsive to individual student needs and consistent with school procedures and QCAA requirements.

Preamble

Stuartholme School is a Catholic day and boarding school situated in Toowong, Brisbane. Stuartholme School is committed to the Goals of Sacred Heart Education where we educate to:

• A personal and active faith in God
• A deep respect for intellectual values
• Building community as a Christian value
• A social awareness that impels to action
• Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom

These goals are the essential principles and values of Stuartholme School, a forward-thinking and dynamic learning community with the individual child at the centre of the educational endeavour; the value of women is proclaimed; and respect for difference in all its forms is nurtured.

Hours of Work

The role is part-time (term-time) and equates to 45.5 hours a fortnight or 0.7 FTE. The salary indicated is for the full time equivalent of the role. The role will start on 19 January 2027.

The Role is responsible for two main tasks:

• AARA Administration and Examination Coordination
• Classroom Support and Small-Group AARA Supervision

Required Skills

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, including accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when working with students and staff.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A commitment to student wellbeing, inclusion, confidentiality and respectful relationships.
• The ability to follow established procedures and exercise sound judgement within the scope of the role.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to work as part of a team.
• The ability to maintain the integrity, security and appropriate administration of assessment materials.

Additional Requirements

The Student Support Officer is expected to uphold the school's values, child safeguarding requirements, confidentiality obligations and relevant workplace policies.

The role requires a calm, professional and relational approach, particularly when supporting students who may experience additional demands or anxiety during assessment periods.

A valid Positive Notice Blue Card is required prior to commencement.

Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.