Education Support Officer
St Clare's Primary School
OFFICER, VIC
Learning Support / Teacher's Aide
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.86 FTE)
Applications Close: 26 January 2026
St Clare’s Primary School Officer is seeking to employ an Education Support Officer to commence at the beginning of the 2026 School year.
.Must have current Working with Children Card. Part time position, 5 days per week 8.30am to 3.30pm (preference to those candidates available 5 days per week)
Our Education Support Officers work as part of a holistic team consisting of the Learning Adjustment Leader, members of the Learning Support Team, students and families. The aim is to assist the Learning Group Teachers with the role of educating all children.
Responsibilities
* Prepare aids, materials and/or resources for use in classes.
* Carry out work in accordance with the specialised methods, procedures and processes developed from previous operations.
* Work with the Learning Group Teacher to meet the goals whilst also acting as the support person to the students.
* Provide assistance to the Learning Group Teacher by working with the students in small groups or individually (either in the classroom or outside the classroom).
* Maintain records of students’ progress and performance.
* Communicate the progress of students to the Learning Group Teachers and Learning Adjustment Leaders.
* Attend special sessions conducted by LST staff or contract professionals (e.g. speech therapist) where requested by the Learning Adjustment Leader or the Specialist.
* Attend excursions and outings where students require assistance.
Hours are 8.30am to 3.30pm - 5 days per week (preference to those candidates available to work 5 days per week)
Classification and payrates as per Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022
How to Apply
Further information on this exciting opportunity and application process can be found by contacting Principal, Mrs Helen Staindl on via email *****@stclaresofficer.catholic.edu.au.
Applications are to include a one-page cover letter addressed to the Principal and a CV that includes three professional referees. Applications are to be emailed to *****@stclaresofficer.catholic.edu.au
Applications close Monday 26 December 2026. Please note: the interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We would encourage applications to be received as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
St Clare’s Primary school is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation, and empowerment of children. Staff are required to adhere to the School’s Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy and Procedure, the Mandatory Reporting Policy and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.
The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks.