Learning Support Officer

St Patrick's College is a Catholic day and boarding school for boys in Year 7 to 12 in the Edmund Rice tradition. Founded in 1893, it is a beautifully resourced school in terms of its staff and facilities and is known for many things including its energy and sense of community.

The College's vision is centred around: "Educating hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world" and is inspired and informed by a commitment to its four pillars – Faith, Tradition, Excellence and Joy, which remain the bedrock of a St Patrick's education.

St Patrick’s College is seeking Learning Support Officers to join our Enhanced Learning Team in 2025. You will support students in Years 7-12 with diverse learning needs by assisting in the classroom, supervising study sessions, and helping with co-curricular activities and social interactions. You will collaborate with teachers and the Enhanced Learning Team to implement Individual Learning Plans and adapt learning materials.

Key responsibilities include attending classes, providing feedback on student progress, documenting support for NCCD purposes, and assisting with the implementation of learning or social interventions. You will also attend staff meetings, professional development, and school activities such as camps and excursions.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering an inclusive educational environment. Experience supporting students with additional learning needs is preferred but not essential.

Expressions of Interest applications close Sunday, 2 February 2025.

Application Process:

Step 1 - Application to be submitted

Applications must include:

• Cover letter which sets out your interest in applying for the role, a broad outline of experience, and responses to the Key Selection Criteria of the role.
• Resume which sets out relevant work and study experience

Step 2: Panel Interview

• St Patrick's College will select applicants who will progress to panel interview stage
• Panel interview will be held at St Patrick's College

Step 3: Reference Checking

• Following panel interview, preferred candidates will be referenced checked

Step 4: Appointment

• Interviewed applicants to be notified of outcome by phone and email

To discuss this role further, please contact Human Resources on 03 5331 1688 or jobs@stpats.vic.edu.au.

St Patrick's College reserves the right to appoint to positions at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications.

St Patrick’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The College holds the care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people as a central and fundamental responsibility.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Eloise Steffens on (03) 5331 1688.