Role Description/Criteria
* Applications are sought for the position of Learning Support Officer at the Mornington campus. The role of the Learning Diversity team at Padua College is to provide an inclusive education, enhancing educational opportunities for all students. The full inclusion of students with disability has a positive impact upon the learning and teaching environment for all. LSOs work with the Campus Learning Diversity Coordinators and subject teachers to support the learning of students in Years 7 to 12, across all Learning Areas in order to maximise students' participation within the curriculum, support students whilst encouraging independence and social inclusion and assisting subject teachers in providing an inclusive education for all students. This is a part-time (0.91 FTE - 5 days per week) ongoing Education Support Employee position to commence as soon as practicable.
Padua College provides a contemporary Catholic Secondary co-education for young people within the regions of the Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Bay. Our College was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and is named after St Anthony of Padua. In partnership with our students, staff, parents, parishes and the wider community, Padua College gives witness to the Christian faith in our Catholic tradition. We aim to be a positive, creative, hope-filled learning community where Catholic values and spirit are shared and the sacred dignity of each person is nurtured.
The North Star is our guiding direction. It encompasses our "why" at Padua College as we align our vision and action. It inspires, challenges, and provides direction.
We want every person to:
• recognise and utilise their God-given talents;
• be the best they can be; and
• make a positive impact on their world.
Our Core Values:
a) We welcome and affirm
b) We inspire growth of the whole person
c) We create a love of learning
d) We build positive relationships
e) We embrace diversity
f) We show compassion for those in need
g) We reconcile and forgive
h) We work for a just and peaceful world
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The role of the Learning Diversity team at Padua College is to provide an inclusive education, enhancing educational opportunities for all students. The full inclusion of students with disability has a positive impact upon the learning and teaching environment for all.
The Learning Support Officer (LSO) is an Education Support Employee (ESE) appointment. They report directly to the Director of Learning Diversity (DLD) and/or the Director of Business but are directed by the College Learning Diversity Administrator (CLDA) and the Campus Learning Diversity Organiser (CLDO).
LSOs work with the Campus Learning Diversity Coordinators (CLDC) and subject teachers to support the learning of students in Years 7 to 12, across all Learning Areas in order to maximise students' participation within the curriculum, support students whilst encouraging independence and social inclusion and assisting subject teachers in providing an inclusive education for all students. LSOs are expected to assist at other campuses if and when required. This Position Description is subject to review and modification by the Principal or his/her nominee at any time in response to the changing needs of the College.
MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
The responsibilities of the Learning Support office include but are not limited to:
i. Supporting students in the classroom/Learning Hub to ensure they can access the curriculum on the same basis as their peers.
ii. Assisting with administrative tasks required as directed by the DLD, CLDA, and CLDO.
iii. Performing other duties and implementing decisions as requested by the Principal or the College Improvement Team.
SALARY REMUNERATION: According to the CEMEA 2022, $56,579.00 – $72,459.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.
Applications for this position Monday 18 May 2026
College Application Form and