Role Description/Criteria
St Padre Pio Catholic Primary School – Foundation Year
Position: Part-time 0.79 FTE (5 days per week, 8:45am – 3:15pm)
Commencement: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
About Us
St Padre Pio Catholic Primary School, Thornhill park, is opening its doors as a new Catholic foundation school in 2026. Through the values of faith, respect, compassion, and inclusion, we are committed to creating a welcoming and nurturing community where every child is supported to grow spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally. As a foundation school, we have a unique opportunity to shape a culture of excellence and care from the very beginning.
The Opportunity
The successful candidates will bring experience in supporting children with complex needs and behaviours, demonstrating a strong commitment to ensuring every student is included, engaged, and empowered to succeed.
We are looking for dynamic people who are suitably qualified and experienced within a primary school environment for an LSO role that will work collaboratively with other LSO staff, students, parents and teachers under the direction of the Learning Diversity Leader to meet the individual personal and learning needs of students with additional needs at the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual and small-group support to students with diverse and complex learning needs.
- Assist teachers in implementing personalised learning adjustments and behaviour support strategies.
- Build positive, respectful, and trusting relationships with students to promote wellbeing and engagement.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, families, and specialists to support holistic student development.
- Contribute to the inclusive and faith-filled environment of our foundation school.
About You
We are looking for applicants who are:
- Passionate about supporting children with diverse needs, particularly students with complex behaviours.
- Skilled in implementing practical support strategies in the classroom and playground.
- Compassionate, patient, and committed to student wellbeing.
- Flexible and able to adapt to the evolving needs of a foundation school.
- A strong communicator and team player.
- Experienced as a Learning Support Officer, Teacher Assistant, or in a similar role.
- Holding relevant qualifications in education support (or actively working towards them preferred) - Certificate III / IV in Education Support or Disability Support
Requirements
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC - current as of 27/1/26);
- Current National Police Check (current as of 27/1/26);
- Commitment to the ethos and values of Catholic education;
- Willingness to support the school’s mission as a faith-filled foundation community;
Applicants must have the ability to create and maintain positive relationships with staff, students and families within the Catholic school and faith communities, demonstrating Catholic ethos, vision and values. The successful applicants will be able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as team skills.
? Join us in shaping the future of St Padre Pio Catholic Primary School. Be part of our foundation story and help us create an inclusive and faith-filled learning community from the very beginning.
How to Apply
Please use the 'Apply for Job' tab or send your application, including a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and resume with contact details for referees, to Principal Daniel Bermingham - daniel.bermingham@sppthornhillpark.catholic.edu.au:
*St Padre Pio CPS reserves the right to interview and appoint before the application deadline.
St Padre Pio Catholic Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. The successful applicant will be subject to child safety screening, including a current WWWC, National Police Check and referee checks.
Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must reside, and have the right to work, in Australia – overseas applicants will not be considered for this role.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should submit:
- A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and skills (no more than 2 pages)
- A current resume, including relevant experience and qualifications
- A list of at least 2 Referees (including at least one from current principal, if app, or recent employer)
Applications should be addressed to:
Mr Daniel Bermingham
(Principal, St Padre Pio CPS, Thornhill Park)