Join Our Team at St James' Primary School, Muswellbrook! We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Assistant to join our vibrant school community in Term 4. This is a permanent part-time position (20 hours per week), ideal for someone passionate about inclusive education and student wellbeing.
AUSLAN experience is essential, as you will play a key role in supporting students with hearing impairments and enhancing communication across the learning environment.
St James' Primary School is a Catholic K–6 school where learning is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a holistic education that nurtures the academic, physical, interpersonal, and spiritual development of every child. Our modern facilities include open-plan collaborative classrooms, flexible learning spaces, a multi-purpose hall, outdoor covered learning areas, expansive playgrounds, and a well-resourced library within our learning centre—creating a dynamic and inclusive setting for all learners.
Description
Learning Support Assistants (LSA) in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of supporting teachers in ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live a purposeful life.
- Supported by the Catholic community, of which they are a vital part, LSAs support teachers in inviting students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
- LSAs support the promotion of the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
- Under the direction of teachers, LSAs provide support and assistance in school routines; classroom activities; and the care and support of students with disability.
Skills and Experiences:
- Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
- Experience working with students with disability (K-12)
- Demonstrated ability to work under the direction of a teacher, and in collaboration with school staff, CSO staff, and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to effectively administer assessments, and deliver interventions, under the direction of a teacher
- Demonstrated ability to implement adjustments required for individual students and groups of students
- Experience in supporting student enrolment and transitions, under the direction of a teacher
- Knowledge about the relevant Disability legislation and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data
- Evidence of excellent organisational, interpersonal, and administrative skills
- Experience in AUSLAN (Essential)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- Certificate III or IV in School Based Education Support / or experience in schools (Desirable)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.
Benefits Of Working With Us
- Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
- A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C;'s apply)
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Training and staff development programs
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees
- Leave Portability (T&C;'s Apply)
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Contact Aaron Moon, Principal on Tel: or via email:
TO APPLY
Please provide a cover letter along with your resume. Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
- Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.
- Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
Applications close: Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 11.59pm
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect.
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