Support Class Teacher - Autism
John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow
ROSEMEADOW, NSW
Diverse Learning / Special Needs
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 10 October 2025
A Co-educational Catholic College serving the Macarthur area with an enrolment of approximately 1057 pupils.
Location: John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow
A permanent full-time position commencing 27 January 2026. The position supports the learning and teaching of a class of students with diagnosed Autism and/or mild-moderate intellectual disability, and/or other disability, that require intensive individualised adjustments. The successful candidate will be responsible for working as part of a team to create a welcoming, safe and supportive learning environment conducive to meeting the particular learning needs of the students enrolled.
This is a permanent full-time position with Catholic Education, Diocese of Wollongong (CEDoW) based at John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow, however, the appointment to this position is anticipated to be a four-year appointment commencing 27 January 2026. After the completion of the four-year term placement of a position within a systemic school will be negotiated.
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
- Be an active and committed Catholic or demonstrate a willingness to support the ethos of the Catholic school.
- Have a Special/Inclusive Education qualification or a commitment to gaining qualifications in Special/Inclusive Education and/or experience teaching in a support class.
- Demonstrate an ability to provide appropriate adjustments to meet the learning needs of students with particular diverse needs, including students with a diagnosis of Autism.
- Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills, and an ability to work independently and as part of a team to lead, mentor, and work collaboratively with all support staff, teachers in regular classes, parents/caregivers, personnel from external agencies and the wider community.
- Have an understanding of the role of collaborative curriculum planning process to inform patterns of study for students with autism.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the Disability Standards for Education (DSE) 2005 and the processes integral to the annual Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).
- Have strong skills in the integration of information and communication technologies in the learning process for students with diverse learning needs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of positive behaviour approaches and an ability to develop and maintain a positive, innovative approach to support students with challenging behaviours.
- Be committed to ongoing personal and professional learning, formation and growth.
DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA
- Have qualifications to teach Religious Education or the willingness to undertake relevant study in this area, according to the CEDoW General Terms of Employment.
- Show an understanding of legislation that underpins inclusive education in Australia.
- Show an understanding of Diverse Learning Needs Policy and Path to Life: A Framework for Pastoral Care and Wellbeing (www.dow.catholic.edu.au under policies) based on the National Safe Schools Framework.
- An awareness of the Diocesan Lighting the Way Strategic Plan.
- Have the capacity to lead quality teaching practice, based on the Diocesan Learning and Teaching Framework.
The following GENERAL CAPABILITIES are applicable to the role:
- Well-developed interpersonal skills.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong organisational skills.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Appropriate qualifications for teaching nominated Key Learning Area (s).
- Level B Accreditation in accordance with the To Work, Teach and Lead policy or a commitment to gain this level within the first 5 years of employment with CEDoW.
- The applicant must be registered to teach with NESA.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore, a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.
POSITION APPLICATION
Applicants are required to complete an online application that requests a brief response to the essential criteria (equivalent to 2-3 pages) and submit a concise CV (2-3 pages).
To submit your Application, please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Closing date: 10 October 2025 at 5pm
John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow
ROSEMEADOW, NSW
http://www.jtchsdow.catholic.edu.au
Principal: Brad McAllister
Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed
1079 Students
86 Teaching Staff
31 Non-Teaching Staff
Single School
Offers VET
A co-educational Secondary Catholic College serving the Macarthur area with an enrolment of 1079 pupils.