Learning Support Officers
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.57 FTE)
Applications Close: 5 May 2026
<p><strong>St Martha's Catholic Primary School Strathfield</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Monday, 18 May 2026<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Tuesday, 5 May 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part-Time (hours negotiable), Temporary<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br>
At St Martha's Catholic Primary School Strathfield, we provide a holistic approach to education. We ensure every student strives to achieve their best, both academically and through service to their community.<br><br>
Our nurturing environment with tailored support leads to high levels of achievement, and a strong connection between parents, teachers, students and the parish allows us to work together to educate young people who will make a difference in their world.<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 75,000 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>
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. <br><br>
Two positions are available, offering flexibility based on candidate suitability.<br><br>
You must be able to demonstrate:</p>
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<li>an understanding of the needs of the diverse needs of students who require individual and classroom support</li>
<li>ability to work collaboratively with teachers as a team member</li>
<li>excellent communication skills</li>
<li>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>
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<p><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/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/view?usp=sharing">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></p>