Forestville Public School is seeking to fill a temporary School Learning and Support Officer’s position until the end of 2026. The position is for five days a week in our Multi-Categorical Support class. You would be working with a qualified teacher in special education in a class of up to 7 students and would provide integral support to these students.

This rewarding role has a strong positive impact for change in young people who require assistance with emotional regulation and social skills. You would work under the direct supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational and social outcomes for students.

Duties always occur under the guidance of the teacher and may include: 

• assisting students with school work 1:1
• preparing lesson resources eg art set up, photocopying, laminating
• playground supervision including helping facilitate play
• fun, informal interactions and conversations with students to help them develop relational skills.

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children Check Clearance
• Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the School Learning Support Officer role.
• Undertake further training if required, i.e. Administration of Medications, Health Support Training based on student needs. 

If you are interested in being considered for this role, please provide a maximum of 2 pages addressing the selection criteria for the position of School Learning Support Officer which clearly details how your skills, qualifications, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role.  It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. 

Selection criteria

1. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team. 

2. Proven ability to work with teachers to support students with diverse learning needs, including those with challenging behaviours, emotional, physical, sensory, and/or intellectual disabilities. 

3. Ability to work closely with classroom teachers to implement personalised learning and support plans and engage students with varying support needs across a range of programs, individually and in small-group settings. 

 How to Apply

Please submit an expression of interest (EOI) and a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), including contact details for at least two recent referees.

Your EOI should be sent to Jacqueline Clayton, Relieving Principal at [email protected]