Job Description – School Learning Support Officer – Full Time – Ongoing – Hunter River High School (0000B8VT)
Location
Central & North Coasts – Newcastle & Hunter Valley
Number of Positions
1
Salary
The salary range for this position is $37.21 – $43.23 per hour. The total salary package will include employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
School
Hunter River High School
Closing Date
06-May-2026 6:00:00 AM
Job Category
SASS
Organisation
School Administrative and Support
Position Information
The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school. We develop and support teachers, leaders and staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
About the Role
School Learning Support Officers provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs, including disability, within classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher. Duties include supporting the achievement of educational outcomes, student welfare, health and wellbeing activities, and specific support in pre‐school, vision support, hearing support, and bilingual settings.
Essential Requirements
* Working with Children Check clearance
* Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the role
* Administration of medications – training to be provided based on student needs
* Health support training to be provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions)
Selection Criteria
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
* Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities
* Awareness of the needs of students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities
* Effective communication skills
School Overview
Hunter River High School is a proud comprehensive secondary school dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, where students are empowered to excel. Located on Worimi land, the student body reflects a diverse range of socio-economic backgrounds, with 23% of students identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. The school features 14 inclusive education classes within the RISE Faculty, designed to deliver personalised learning and enhanced support for students with diverse needs.
Diversity and Inclusion
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, neurodiverse people, and people with disability.
Respect for Traditional Custodians
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
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