St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Dubbo – Dubbo NSW
Opportunity for a Learning Support Officer to join the team at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Dubbo.
Learning Support Officer | St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Dubbo
12-Month Contract | Part-time (50 hours per fortnight)
Competitive hourly rate & access to employee benefits
About the Role
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Dubbo is seeking a passionate Learning Support Officer to join the team. As a Learning Support Officer, you will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers by delivering targeted, high-quality assistance in reading, writing, and mathematics. Your focus will be working 1:1 or in small groups with students who need extra support, helping to build their confidence, skills, and independence.
Key responsibilities:
- Promote and embody the Vision and Mission of Catholic education in the Diocese.
- Support students’ spiritual growth and foster a respectful, inclusive school culture.
- Assist students develop their literacy, numeracy, social and integration skills.
- Develop programs for use in the learning support centre.
- Perform clerical duties as required in the Inclusive Education area.
- Work with students on a 1:1 or group basis to meet the individual needs of the student.
- Work with teachers in order to meet the specific needs of individual students.
A copy of the position description can be found here
About You
We are looking for someone who can address the following criteria:
- Holds a Certificate III in Education Support or equivalent (desired)
- A valid Working with Children Check
- Understanding of Child Protection principles and relevant policies
- Knowledge of literacy and numeracy instructional strategies
- Familiarity with the Disability Standards of Education
- Commitment to the mission and ethos of Catholic education
- Solid communication skills and a collaborative spirit
Why Work with Us?
- Career growth- access to professional development and mentoring programs to help you thrive
- Diverse opportunities
- Work-life balance - enjoy the balance of fulfilling work with lifestyle-friendly benefits
- Access to Fitness Passport & salary packaging
Click here to find out more about Dubbo, NSW.
About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.
St. Mary’s Primary in Dubbo is a welcoming Christ-centred learning community that promotes a quality holistic education and trusting relationships in a caring and supportive environment. We recognise that each child is unique and has a right to develop their individual talents, especially in developing meaningful relationships with God and with fellow human beings. St. Mary’s is a Catholic school where parents and teachers strive together to develop the full potential of each child spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally and physically.
Click here to find out more about St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Dubbo
How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your teaching career, we would like to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:
- An updated CV/Resume
- A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
- Contact details of appropriate referees
- All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)
Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 1 December, 2025.
Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.
Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on 4***.
*CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.*
*A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.*
*Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.*
*Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.*
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