Supported Learning Assistant
Casuarina Senior College – Darwin
About the role
Casuarina Senior College is seeking a motivated Supported Learning Assistants (SLA) to provide classroom and administrative support that enhances literacy, numeracy and learning outcomes for students in Years 10–12. Working under the direction of the Supporting Learning Officer and Supported Learning Coordinator, you will assist students individually and in small groups while also supporting operations within the College.
Key responsibilities
* Provide one-to-one and small group academic support to students as directed.
* Assist teachers to improve student literacy and numeracy outcomes.
* Undertake administrative, data entry and word-processing tasks.
* Communicate professionally with students and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
* Support Resource Centre staff and the Supported Learning Officer (SLO).
Essential requirements
* Ability to support student learning in individual and small group settings.
* Capacity to reinforce learning tasks and provide constructive feedback.
* Strong administrative and organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities.
* Sound computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Teamwork, integrity and commitment to confidentiality.
* Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including working with diverse cultures.
Further information
* A current Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card), or ability to obtain, is required.
* The position is a 6-month initial contract and possible long-term employment due to demand and needs of the student.