12 month fixed term contract
0.73 FTE - Monday to Friday - 9:00am-3:00pm
About the Role
The Learning Support Officer (LSO) works under the direction of the classroom teacher and leadership team to provide educational, behavioural, and social-emotional support for students with diverse learning needs. The LSO plays a vital role in fostering inclusion, engagement, and wellbeing, contributing to a positive and safe learning environment for all.
Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:
Assist the classroom teacher in implementing Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) and adjustments for students with additional needs.
Support students’ participation in classroom activities, both individually and in small groups.
Implement specific learning, communication, or behaviour strategies as directed by teachers, specialists, or wellbeing staff.
Provide supervision and assistance during transitions, playground duty, or specialist sessions as required.
Help prepare and adapt classroom materials or resources to suit individual learning needs.
Observe and record student progress or behaviours as directed, providing feedback to the teacher.
Promote student independence, self-regulation, and confidence through supportive interactions.
Maintain confidentiality and uphold the dignity and privacy of students and families.
Participate in relevant professional learning to support school priorities, such as Structured Literacy, School Wide Positive Behaviour Support and Child Safety.
Participate in relevant professional learning to support school priorities, such as Structured Literacy, School Wide Positive Behaviour Support and Child Safety.
Key Selection Criteria
Applicants will be required to submit:
For a confidential discussion about the role contact:
Emily Clarke (Principal) on: 5331 1816
Applications close Wednesday May 20th at 5pm
St Alipius Parish School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. All staff are expected to:
Uphold the principles of the Child Safe Standards and the DOBCEL Child Safety Framework.
Take all reasonable steps to protect children from harm.
Complete all required child safety training and documentation.
Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all,” DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.
St Alipius Parish Primary School is a Catholic primary school in the city of Ballarat with an enrolment of around 280 students. St Alipius began as a tent school on the Ballarat East goldfields in 1853. From these humble beginnings grew a school recognised for nurturing the growth of children within a warm, welcoming, faith-filled community. We are committed to excellence in educational outcomes; ensuring that people learn together in a safe, respectful environment. Our programs develop students' capacities: to manage themselves as individuals and to understand the world in which they live and act effectively.