Learning Support Officer

St John's School - Mitcham

MITCHAM, VIC 


Learning Support / Teacher's Aide

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.80 FTE)

Applications Close: 16 May 2025


St. John's Primary School Mitcham is seeking a Learning Support Officer five days per week on a part time basis. The Learning Support Officer (LSO) is responsible for supporting the integration of specified students requiring adjustments or modifications to their learning or school life in general, under the supervision and direction of the classroom teacher.

<p>St John's Primary School Mitcham is a welcoming and connected community, nurturing student engagement and a strong sense of belonging. We work together with families and the community, to educate the whole child emotionally, academically, socially and spiritually. St John’s Mitcham is dedicated to providing a rich and diverse curriculum that encourages a love of learning. We are currently seeking a Learning Support Officer to join our vibrant team.</p> <p>Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the aims of Catholic Education.</p> <p>Please note that this is a Part-time fixed term position commencing 19 May or sooner, until 12 December. The successful applicant will be required to work from approximately 8.50am to 3.20pm Monday to Friday.&nbsp;</p> <p>The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with MACS policy.</p> <p><strong>Special Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Applicants must have a current Working With Children Check and National Police Check.</li> <li>Ideally the successful applicant will have experience working with students who have various additional needs and be trained in behaviour management strategies.</li> <li>Appropriate qualifications and training as a Learning Support Officer.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Procedures</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit:</p> <p>- A cover letter including a statement of suitability of their skills, attributes and experience in relation to the responsibilities and requirements, outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p> <p>- A current resume - Applicants are required to submit the names and contacts of 2 Referees included in a resume.</p> <p>- Application for Employment St John's Primary School</p> <p>Please visit our school website <a href="https://www.sjmitcham.catholic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">https://www.sjmitcham.catholic.edu.au/</a></p> <p>Applications should be made in writing and forwarded via email to the Principal Mrs Verona Gridley.&nbsp;</p> <p>Email address: <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:principal@sjmitcham.catholic.edu.au?subject=Learning%20Support%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>principal@sjmitcham.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Learning%20Support%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:principal@sjmitcham.catholic.edu.au?subject=Learning%20Support%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">principal@sjmitcham.catholic.edu.au</a></p> <p>Closing Date: 12.00pm, 16 May, 2025<br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

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