Learning Support Officer
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.31 FTE)
Applications Close: 24 February 2026
<p><strong>St Aloysius College Cronulla</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Monday, 9 March 2026<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Tuesday, 24 February 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part-Time (24 hours per fortnight), Temporary<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br><strong>St Aloysius College Cronulla</strong> is committed to innovative high-quality teaching and learning and provides excellent facilities and resources. We offer staff a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive team environment with an emphasis on community, academic excellence, pastoral care, and development. <br><br><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br>
Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 74,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p>
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<li>competitive remuneration: up to $95,945. Base salary ranges from $65,508 to $85,665. Salary calculated on averaged conditions (generally only required to work during school term time)</li>
<li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li>
<li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li>
<li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more</li>
<li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li>
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<p><strong>About You</strong><br><br>
We seek a <strong>Learning Support Officer</strong> who will strive to meet the needs of an individual high needs student. We welcome applications from experienced LSOs who:</p>
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<li>have a knowledge of and commitment to the Mission of the Catholic School</li>
<li>demonstrate a high standard of proficiency, competency and enthusiasm</li>
<li>are passionate about working with children, families and colleagues in a caring Christ-centred community</li>
<li>possess strong interpersonal and organisational skills</li>
<li>demonstrate the capacity to work as a member of a team, in strategic collaboration with teachers</li>
<li>articulate a deep understanding of the role of an LSO in a contemporary learning environment</li>
<li>have the ability to focus on continuous improvement</li>
<li>are organised, supportive and resourceful</li>
<li>are willing to be involved in the school's co-curricular activities</li>
<li>have a certificate III or IV in Education Support (or similar) an advantage</li>
<li>have a current WWCC.</li>
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<p>The person in this role will report to and support the Head of Diverse Learning with the following tasks:</p>
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<li>provide in-class learning support to students with diverse academic, behavioural, and social needs under the direction of the classroom teacher and in line with requiring adjustments documented in Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)</li>
<li>differentiate and adapt learning activities, offering scaffolds, prompts, and one-to-one or small-group assistance to help students access the curriculum</li>
<li>assist with behaviour regulation, implementing positive behaviour strategies, reinforcement routines, and de-escalation techniques as guided by school frameworks</li>
<li>supervise students safely during learning activities, movement around the school, playground duties, excursions, and other school events</li>
<li>monitor and record student progress, behaviour observations, and adjustments, providing feedback to teachers and the Diverse Learning team</li>
<li>collaborate with teachers, counsellors, and specialist staff, as needed</li>
<li>maintain confidentiality and uphold student dignity, following legislative and school policies regarding privacy and student wellbeing.</li>
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<p>We welcome applications from University students engaged in Education degrees looking to gain experience in schools.<br><br><strong><u>For this role, applicants must be available to work Thursday and Friday only.</u></strong><br><br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br>
Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p>
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<li>current CV and cover letter</li>
<li>three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) your last principal.</li>
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<p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.<br><br>
If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong> <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/12NXlXECGafjFW1YktzO9pufOa_ypn22x/view">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong> <br>
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i><br>
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