Learning Support Officer /Teacher Aide Position

St Mary MacKillop Catholic Primary School

Principal:Mr Anthony Drill

Enquiries:principal@stmmb.catholic.edu.au

Co-Principal:

Applications Close:23/11/2025

Position: Education Support Employee

Type:Fixed Term

Hours per Week:Part-time

Role Description/Criteria

Applications are invited from qualified LSO to join a team dedicated to achieving engaging learning experiences that challenge children to achieve their personal best. The position is for up to 33 hours over 5 days and will begin at the commencement of 2026. Days and time fraction are negotiable.

LSOs work closely with classroom teachers and take their direction from them. The role involves working as part of a team with classroom teachers to provide support for students with diverse needs.

The successful applicant will support student learning under the direction of a teacher with individual and small groups of students both within and outside of the classroom to assist them with their educational and development programs.

LSOs will also have the opportunity to run small Intervention groups in either Literacy or Numeracy using MiniLit, MaqLit or Bond Blocks. Training will be provided.

It is expected that the successful applicant will:

• be committed to the values and ethos of the Catholic education system
• be highly motivated, committed, positive, friendly and enthusiastic
• have some experience working with students with a diverse range of needs.
• display effective communication and organisational skills and the ability to be flexible, proactive and resourceful.
• use initiative within the class environment to ensure optimal student support.
• be able to work as part of teams of various sizes
• be self motivated and able to work independently if necessary
• have the capacity to cater effectively for a diverse range of learning needs
• be able to build positive relationships with children and assist in creating learning environments where all are valued and challenged
• demonstrate an understanding of child safety and the appropriate obligations and behaviours when engaging with students.
• be committed to professional learning and ongoing improvement

This community of St Mary MacKillop is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. All applicants need to demonstrate a commitment to the same principles.

Special Requirements:

Please include a copy of your Driver's licence or other photo ID with the application

Applicants must have:

• Current Working With Children Check
• Current Police Check
• Three professional referees.

* Certificate IV in Education Support preferred

Application Procedures

Applications should be made in writing and forwarded via email to the Principal, at the addresses listed below.

Principal: Mr Anthony Drill

Email: employment@stmmb.catholic.edu.au

Phone: (03) 5281 8500

Address: PO Box 347

Bannockburn, VIC 3331

Details:

Address:15 Milton St
Bannockburn

Phone:5281 8500

Website: https://www.stmmb.catholic.edu.au