<p><strong>Are you seeking an exciting new challenge to work in a supportive, welcoming school with friendly, happy children?</strong></p> <p>We are advertising an exciting opportunity to join our amazing team in one of Melbourne’s newest Catholic primary schools in the suburb of Weir Views between Melton and Caroline Springs, just 40 minutes from the CBD and 5 minutes from the Western Freeway. We opened in 2022 and are blessed to have developed a school culture with supportive parents, an amazing and friendly staff group, and fantastic, happy children.</p> <p>This position is classified under the 2022 CEMEA as an Education Support Category B <strong>fixed-term position</strong> for 2026, with the possibility of becoming ongoing in 2027. The preferred hours of employment for this position are 0.79 FTE or 30 hours spread over five days.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>This position will commence on Monday, April 20, 2026.</strong></p> <p><strong>KEY SELECTION CRITERIA</strong></p> <p><strong>The successful applicant will:</strong></p> <ul> <li>demonstrate a commitment to Catholic education and Child Safe schools.&nbsp;</li> <li>demonstrate a passion for working with children.</li> <li>demonstrate a capacity to work with children with a range of learning difficulties or social-emotional challenges and nurture their needs.</li> <li>possess a high level of patience and emotional maturity.</li> </ul> <p><i>The successful applicant will be subject to a Working with Children Check and must comply with the school’s Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policy.</i></p> <p>St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic Primary School is a Child Safe environment. Our community promotes the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children.</p>