Learning Support Officer - Casual

St Patrick's Primary School - Ballarat

BALLARAT, VIC 


Learning Support / Teacher's Aide

Contract Type: Casual/Relief Position

Applications Close: 2 October 2026


St Patrick's is a vibrant, welcoming country school surrounded by rolling green hills, while only a short 20 minute drive to the heart of Ballarat. We enjoy the benefits of our country location while having easy access to major centre facilities. With nearly 100 students at our school, consisting of 5 classrooms, we seek to empower, educate and nurture excellence and enrichment for all. We are looking for casual learning support officers who embrace our Catholic identity and will enthusiastically contribute to our school and its students.

<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>At. St Patrick's Learning Support Officers (LSOs) work under the direct supervision of teachers and Learning Diversity Coordinator to assist students with diverse learning needs, beahvioural or physical needs.</p> <p><strong>Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>To provide a commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and young people</li> <li>In class support - help studnets or small groups stay on task, comprehend instructions, and complete planned learning activities under teacher guidance.</li> <li>Implementing Learning Plans - assist in applying strategies outlined in Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs)</li> <li>Pastoral care - monitor student wellbeing, support positive behaviour frameworks and encourage social independence and inclusion.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>Supportive, collaborative and inclusive school community:</li> <li>Collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation, partnership and respect;</li> <li>Excellent professional development opportunities.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children;</li> <li>Prior experience in an education setting working with children or young people is desirable;</li> <li>Collegial and collaborative approach to engaging with others;</li> <li>High level information communciation technology skills.</li> </ul> <p>Applicants will be required to submit:</p> <ul> <li>Cover letter</li> <li>Resume</li> <li>Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>For a confidential discussion about the role contact:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The Principal on:&nbsp; <strong>0448 456 480</strong></p> <p>Applications close&nbsp;<strong>2 October 2026.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all,” DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.</i></p>