<p>Bellfield College endeavours to foster the intellectual, spiritual, and emotional needs of each student and have adopted a Tri-Partnership family-centered approach toward education and a commitment toward supporting each student and every family in their endeavours to live out the values of the College in an Australian local and global context.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>Reporting to the Head of Senior School, the Learning Support Teacher plays a pivotal role in supporting students with additional learning needs by identifying, assessing, planning and implementing effective learning adjustments. This role collaborates closely with classroom teachers to deliver differentiated, high-quality teaching that empowers all learners to thrive academically and personally.</p> <p>The successful applicant will provide specialist guidance and targeted intervention to students, particularly those identified within the NCCD Substantial Level of Adjustment, and work collaboratively with staff, students, and families to ensure meaningful participation in all aspects of school life.</p> <p>Commencing in term 1, 2026 (Monday, 19 January 2026) this role comes with a 0.4 - 0.6 teaching load. Generous remuneration above the published 2025 CMEA rates.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide individualised and small-group instruction to support students with diverse learning needs.</li> <li>Develop, implement, and review Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), Behaviour Support Plans, and Transition Plans.</li> <li>Collaborate with teachers to adjust curriculum, assessments, and classroom environments.</li> <li>Support Year 7 transition processes for students with identified learning needs.</li> <li>Conduct and analyse assessments (e.g. literacy and numeracy diagnostics, Best Start Year 7).</li> <li>Work in partnership with students and families to establish and review learning goals.</li> <li>Liaise with external therapists and agencies to coordinate student support.</li> <li>Supervise and facilitate exam adjustments and disability provisions.</li> <li>Contribute to data collection and reporting for the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).</li> <li>Assist in the implementation and coordination of NAPLAN processes.</li> <li>Participate fully in the life of the school, including playground duties, staff development, and co-curricular activities.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential qualities and skills include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Accreditation to teach in NSW (NESA registration).</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in supporting students with additional learning needs (Years 7–12 preferred).</li> <li>Strong understanding of the NCCD framework and associated documentation requirements.</li> <li>Ability to implement evidence-based literacy and numeracy intervention strategies.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, and parents.</li> <li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.</li> <li>Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and proactively within a team.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applying</strong></p> <p>Applicants for the 7 - 12 Learning Support Teacher are required to complete the following:</p> <ol> <li>A cover letter of 1 ½ - 2 pages outlining your interest and suitability for the role and your Working with Children Check and eTams report from NESA</li> </ol> <p>&nbsp; &nbsp; 2. Resume which includes</p> <ul> <li>Qualification(s) and Employment history (From current to previous)</li> <li>Key Professional Development (which has shaped your thinking and practice)</li> <li>Three Professional Referees (one of whom must be a current employer)</li> </ul> <p>As this role requires the successful candidate to demonstrate that they meet the capability to write and prepare material that is well structured and easy to follow, we strongly discourage reliance on tools such as ChatGPT for the preparation of cover letters or answers to targeted questions for this role.</p> <p>If you’d like to express interest, send through a full resume and covering letter addressing your interest and suitability to the role directly to Ms Mouina Ramadan, Head of Senior School <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:mouina.ramadan@bellfield.nsw.edu.au?subject=7%20-%2012%20Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>mouina.ramadan@bellfield.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=7%20-%2012%20Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:mouina.ramadan@bellfield.nsw.edu.au?subject=7%20-%2012%20Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">mouina.ramadan@bellfield.nsw.edu.au</a> and Ms Amy Carrigg, the Head of Business Operations <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:amy.carrigg@bellfield.nsw.edu.au?subject=7%20-%2012%20Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>amy.carrigg@bellfield.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=K-12%20Head%20of%20House%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29?subject=7%20-%2012%20Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:amy.carrigg@bellfield.nsw.edu.au?subject=7%20-%2012%20Learning%20Support%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">amy.carrigg@bellfield.nsw.edu.au</a></p> <p><i>Applications will only be considered from applicants who have the right to work in Australia, appropriate NESA accreditation and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><strong>Applications Close: Friday, 28 November 2025. </strong>(Interviews may commence prior to closing date)</p> <p><i>Bellfield College is committed to providing equal opportunity and supporting our communities by providing opportunities to grow and make a real difference. We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all.</i></p> <p><i>Bellfield cares about keeping children and young people safe. Protecting and promoting the emotional, physical, cultural and spiritual wellbeing of children, young people, and employees, is central to all aspects of the operations and culture of Bellfield College.</i></p>