<p><strong>Learning Support Officer</strong></p> <p><strong>Position:&nbsp;</strong>Contract, Part-Time: 0.85 FTE<br><strong>Days/Hours:&nbsp;</strong>Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm<br><strong>Commencement:</strong> 27 January 2027<br><strong>Applications Close:&nbsp;</strong>Friday 20 November 2026</p> <p>St Carlo Borromeo Catholic Primary School is a vibrant and welcoming Catholic community committed to providing a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every student is known, valued and supported to flourish.</p> <p>We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic and collaborative Learning Support Officer to join our team in 2027.</p> <p>Working under the direction of classroom teachers and our Learning Diversity and Wellbeing Teams, the successful applicant will support students with diverse learning needs to access the curriculum, participate fully in school life and develop increasing confidence and independence.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>The successful applicant will:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support students individually, in small groups and within classroom settings.</li> <li>Assist students requiring adjustments to access learning, including literacy and numeracy intervention.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with teachers to implement Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) and appropriate learning adjustments.</li> <li>Support students' social, emotional and behavioural development.</li> <li>Observe and record student progress and provide feedback to teachers.</li> <li>Build positive and respectful relationships with students, staff and families.</li> <li>Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate flexibility, initiative and a willingness to learn.</li> <li>Support the Catholic ethos and the school's commitment to child safety and wellbeing.</li> </ul> <p><strong>We Are Looking For Someone Who</strong></p> <ul> <li>Has experience supporting children with diverse learning needs in a school environment.</li> <li>Demonstrates patience, empathy and a genuine commitment to helping children succeed.</li> <li>Works effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.</li> <li>Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Holds, or is working towards, a Certificate III or IV in Education Support or equivalent.</li> <li>Holds a current Working with Children Check and National Police Check.</li> </ul> <p>St Carlo Borromeo Catholic Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.</p>