Diverse Learning Teacher
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)
Applications Close: 6 November 2026
<p><strong>St Mark's Catholic Primary School Drummoyne</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Thursday, 28 January 2027<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 6 November 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part-Time (0.6 FTE), Temporary<br><br><strong>Why Join Us</strong><br><br>
Join <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/"><strong>Sydney Catholic Schools</strong></a> (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At <strong>St Mark's Catholic Primary School Drummoyne</strong>, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.<br><br>
Benefits include:</p>
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<li>competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536, paid on a pro-rata basis</li>
<li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li>
<li>ongoing training and professional opportunities</li>
<li>access to Fitness Passport and other wellbeing products</li>
<li>generous Employee Referral Program</li>
<li>a wide range of further <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/rewards-benefits"><strong>rewards and benefits</strong></a>.</li>
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<p><strong>About The School</strong><br><br>
St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Drummoyne is a nurturing, positive community that delivers excellent academic results through a student-centred learning approach. We are committed to ensuring that all students experience growth in their learning and are adequately challenged and supported to achieve their best. Staff are highly professional, committed, collaborative and enthusiastic.<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br>
As a <strong>Diverse Learning Teacher</strong>, you will have the following essential criteria:</p>
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<li>qualifications and/or experience in diverse learning, inclusive education or a related field</li>
<li>demonstrated an ability to lead, manage and develop staff and processes within a collaborative team environment</li>
<li>a strong understanding of the learning, wellbeing and social/emotional needs of students with diagnosed or imputed disabilities and diverse learning needs</li>
<li>experience with the NCCD process and the personalised planning tool (PPSD)</li>
<li>evidence of completed training in NCCD and diverse learning</li>
<li>experience in moderation for the NCCD</li>
<li>experience in leading a team of Learning Support Officers (LSO) and organising timetables to support the students included in the NCCD</li>
<li>experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including disability and additional support requirements</li>
<li>an ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional and supportive team</li>
<li>the ability to plan and deliver Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for students from Kindergarten to Year 6</li>
<li>demonstrated experience liaising with parents and staff about the suggested recommendations in professional reports and how they can be implemented to support student needs</li>
<li>a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation</li>
<li>Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools"><strong>Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead</strong></a>.</li>
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<p>Desirable criteria:</p>
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<li>are trained in all levels of Multi-Lit</li>
<li>have completed Year 1 of SCS Tier 2 Foundational Phonics Intervention Training.</li>
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<p>Experience in:</p>
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<li>supporting teachers to develop effective whole-class strategies for diverse learners</li>
<li>providing practical advice about scaffolding, differentiation, classroom adjustments and accessible curriculum delivery</li>
<li>contributing to staff meetings, professional learning and the continued development of inclusive practice across the school</li>
<li>monitoring student progress and adjusting intervention programs in response to evidence and individual need</li>
<li>working directly with students, individually or in small groups</li>
<li>meeting with parents and carers to discuss student needs, plans, progress and strategies</li>
<li>building relationships with feeder primary schools to support successful transitions into high school</li>
<li>developing transition plans for incoming students and supporting them as they settle into the School</li>
<li>maintaining accurate and appropriate inclusive education records.</li>
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<p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br><br>
Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p>
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<li>current CV and cover letter</li>
<li>academic transcripts and statement of previous service</li>
<li>three referees, including your current employer/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/13DKE1LjBT2PfRxXxeE2lmEvoiUphuqr7/view"><strong>Click here</strong></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>
SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</p>