Diverse Learning Support Officer

Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood

BURWOOD, NSW 


Diverse Learning Support

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.78 FTE)

Applications Close: 4 March 2026



<p><strong>Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediately or by negotiation<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Wednesday, 4 March 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part-Time (60 hours per fortnight), Temporary<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br> Southern Cross Catholic College (SCCC) provides Sydney's premier personalised applied learning approach for students in Years 10 to 12 seeking specialised education pathways in Vocational Education, and was crowned 2025 Secondary School of the Year (non-government) at the Australian Education Awards. Southern Cross Catholic College is an inclusive faith learning community where the dignity of all is respected. The College is committed to developing in our students the skills to be confident and creative learners in the world in which they live for today and tomorrow. The Southern Cross Advantage allows students to combine studies for senior school qualifications with higher-level national qualifications, graduating work-ready and with dual qualifications.<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br> As part of the Learning Support Team you will assist the classroom teacher in providing a quality Catholic education focused on maximising student outcomes, through a holistic, student centred curriculum. You must be able to demonstrate:</p> <ul> <li>an understanding of the needs of the diverse needs of students who require individual and classroom support</li> <li>the ability to work collaboratively with teachers as a team member</li> <li>excellent communication skills</li> <li>the ability to be organised, supportive and resourceful</li> <li>a willingness to support the positive religious and cultural Catholic school environment for students</li> <li>a Certificate III or IV in Educational Support from TAFE NSW or equivalent post-secondary qualification.</li> </ul> <p><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> <ul> <li>competitive remuneration: up to $95,945 (full-time equivalent). 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> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>current CV and cover letter</li> <li>three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) your last principal.</li> </ul> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<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>&nbsp;<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></p>