<p><i>St Columba&#39;s School is committed to ensuring the safety of our staff, students and school communities.</i></p><p>Positions Available:</p><p><strong>Learning Support Officer - Part Time 0.5 (3 days/week)</strong><br /> </p><p><strong>Are you passionate about helping young learners thrive?</strong><br />We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Officer to join our team, working closely with classroom teachers to support students with diverse learning and behavioural needs. This role provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and collaborative school community, helping students build confidence, develop skills, and achieve their potential.</p><p><strong>What We Are Looking For</strong></p><p>We are seeking a patient and adaptable individual with experience in classroom support, a solid understanding of social-emotional development, and strong teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with our teaching staff. Formal qualifications in education support are highly regarded, and knowledge of intervention programs/strategies is a benefit.</p><p><strong>Position Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>A commitment to the mission, values, and ethos of Catholic Education.</li><li>Interest and experience in working with young people with a range of learning and behavioural needs.</li><li>The ability to form respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.</li><li>Well-developed literacy and numeracy skills.</li><li>A cooperative nature and enthusiastic approach to working with young people.</li><li>Capability to work with children under the supervision of the learning support team and classroom teachers, including in practical subjects as required.</li><li>Experience working collaboratively as part of a team.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>A lived understanding of the Catholic ethos.</li><li>Relevant training or qualifications.</li><li>Knowledge of intervention programs</li><li>Experience in schools is preferred (training will be provided).</li></ul><p>If you are ready to make a difference, please submit your application, including your CV and a statement addressing the above requirements and desirable criteria.</p><p>Digital applications are preferred and can be emailed to: <a href="mailto:principal&#64;scballarat.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">principal&#64;scballarat.catholic.edu.au</a></p><p> </p><p>We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found.</p><p> </p><p>*This school community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.*</p><p>Hours of this position may be flexible by negotiation (within the school day).</p>