Learning Support Teacher - Primary - Medowie

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Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie is seeking a passionate Permanent Full-Time Learning Support Teacher to join the founding team from Term 4, 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of establishing a brand-new Catholic primary school where every student is known, valued and supported to reach their full potential.

Opening in 2027, Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie will deliver an inclusive, future-focused learning environment that nurtures the academic, social, emotional and spiritual growth of every child.

As a founding Learning Support Teacher, you will play a vital role in creating an inclusive culture where diverse learning needs are embraced and every student is empowered to succeed.

Located within a growing education precinct alongside Catherine McAuley Catholic College and St Nicholas Early Education Centre, the school offers a unique opportunity to collaborate across educational settings while helping to shape a supportive and connected learning community from its very beginning.

Set in the beautiful Port Stephens region, Medowie combines the charm of a welcoming community with an enviable coastal lifestyle.

Just 34 kilometres from Newcastle CBD and less than an hour from the Hunter Valley, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds—professional fulfilment in a purpose-driven role and easy access to stunning beaches, nature and regional attractions.

The school is purpose-built to facilitate team teaching and gives teachers the opportunity to work collaboratively in their planning and delivery of learning.

The school community is equipped with modern and engaging learning environments to allow the delivery of a comprehensive curriculum.

If you are committed to inclusive education, passionate about supporting every learner, and excited by the opportunity to help build a school where every child can flourish, we encourage you to apply.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Learning Support Teacher (K-6) in a Catholic school has a unique role to play and is assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live a purposeful life. Examples of responsibilities of the Learning Support Teacher include but are not limited to the following:

• assist with the identification of students with special educational needs, consult and collaborate with parents, colleagues, CSO personnel and external providers, and facilitate referral and assessment procedures with Catholic Schools Office Student Support staff.
• deliver intervention, teach students, and assist teachers with curriculum differentiation, as specified by the Leader of Learning Support / Learning Support Coordinator.
• collaborate with class teachers and other relevant people to assist in the design, implementation, and monitoring and review of adjustments, as documented in the Personalised Plan (PP) or Learner Profile (LP).
• work collaboratively with other Learning Support personnel.
• contribute to the provision of staff professional development and parent education programs.
• liaise with relevant schools particularly in relation to transition periods.
• contribute to the preparation of documentation required under legislation in line with privacy, confidentiality, and disability obligations, for example, pre-enrolment documentation, and assist in the preparation of submissions for the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD)
• support the development of inclusive learning environments
• assist in the implementation of programs and processes to support students with disability
• assist in building capacity of school staff in the area of Special Education

Catherine McAuley Primary School - Medowie

MEDOWIE, NSW

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

Principal: Samantha Kelley

Affiliation: Catholic

Teaching Level: Primary