Learning Support Officer

St Mary of the Cross MacKillop Catholic Parish Primary School

Principal:  Miss Claire Pitcher

Enquiries:  principal@smcmeppingnth.catholic.edu.au

Applications Close: 10/12/2025

Position: Education Support Employee

Type: Fixed Term

Hours per Week: Part-time


Role Description/Criteria

St Mary of the Cross MacKillop Catholic Parish Primary School (SMCM), Epping North, is a faith filled, diverse and student centered learning community focused on evidence based learning, teaching and wellbeing practices to ensure the full flourishing of every child. 

St Mary of the Cross MacKillop Catholic Parish Primary School is an integral part of the faith community of St Peter's Parish, Epping and is one of four parish primary schools. SMCM is governed under the authority of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Limited (MACS) ABN 18643442371. MACS is the employer of employees at St Mary of the Cross MacKillop Catholic Parish Primary School.

SMCM is a special place due to the tenacity and enthusiasm of the students, the dedication of the staff and the support and engagement of the families. We look forward to welcoming new staff to our team!

This role will suit someone who is friendly, able to show initiative and work collaboratively in a team. The successful applicant will need to be flexible, being able to work with a variety of students and staff. They need to have a passion for working with children with diverse needs, having a belief that all children can learn and succeed.

Requirements:

  • have knowledge and skills suited to working with students with diverse needs (recent experience and/or qualification in this area required)
  • demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to providing a safe environment for children.
  • be dedicated to catering for the individual needs of students in a school wide positive behaviour for learning environment.
  • be committed to building authentic relationships with all children, families and staff.
  • committed to upholding the SMCM Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct
  • Hold a current Working with Children Check and National Police Check

This is a 12 month fixed term position. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:45 am to 3:25 pm. Amendments to these hours may be considered for the right applicant.

Applications should be addressed to the Principal: Principal@smcmeppingnth.catholic.edu.au with an application letter and current Curriculum Vitae including professional referees. Interviews may be made prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Salary is based on experience in accordance with the Education Support scale of the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (CEMEA)

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Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care. 
Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.


Application Procedures

Applications should be addressed to the Principal, Ms. Claire Pitcher and emailed directly to principal@smcmeppingnth.catholic.edu.au with an application letter, current Curriculum Vitae and with the details of 3 current referees.

Details:

Address: 47 Farmhouse Boulevard
Epping North

Phone: 8432 4500

Website:  https://www.smcmeppingnth.catholic.edu.au

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