Learning Support Officer (LSO)

Clairvaux Catholic School

Principal:  Mr Brendan Flanagan

Enquiries:  principal@ccsbelmont.com.au

Applications Close: 09/05/2025

Position: Education Support Employee

Type: Fixed Term

Hours per Week: Full-time


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Role Description/Criteria

Contract Type: Full-Time Fixed Term (Part-Time Considered)
Hours: 9:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Start Date: Ideally Monday 19th May

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide one-to-one support for pupils with additional learning needs.
  • Work with small groups of students to reinforce learning objectives under the direction of the class teacher.
  • Monitor and record pupil progress, document adjustments and provide feedback to teachers and support staff.
  • Promote inclusion and ensure all students feel supported, safe, and engaged.
  • Contribute to creating a positive and nurturing learning environment.
  • Support with classroom management and behaviour guidance when required.
  • Use initiative within the class environment to ensure optimal student support.

Skills and Attributes

  • Highly motivated, committed, positive, friendly, and enthusiastic.
  • Experience working with students with a diverse range of needs (desirable).
  • Effective communication and organisational skills.
  • Proficiency in ICT skills would be an advantage.
  • Flexible, proactive, and resourceful approach to daily tasks.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with children and foster learning environments where all are valued and challenged.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently if necessary.
  • Understanding of child safety, including appropriate obligations and behaviours when working with students.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional learning and continuous improvement.
  • Alignment with the values and ethos of the Catholic education system.

About You

  • Previous experience working with children in a school or similar educational setting is preferred.
  • A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach to learning support.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  • Relevant qualifications in education or learning support are desirable but not essential.

Application Procedure


Applications Should Include:

  • Working With Children Check
  • Current Police ChecK
  • Certificate lll and/or Certificate lV in Education Support (desirable but not essential)
  • Submit a Covering Letter and your current Curriculum Vitae (CV), including contact details for current referees, to the Principal via email: bflanagan@ccsbelmont.com.au

     


Details:

Address: 45-75 Reynolds Road
Belmont

Phone: 5243 7102

Website:  https://www.ccsbelmont.com.au

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