The Opportunity

We are seeking Part time, Ongoing, Learning Support Officers to join our school community from as soon as possible.

The Position

Title: Learning Support Officer

Classification: Educations Support Level 2.1 to 2.8 Category B  (all school holidays) - CEMEA 2022

FTE/ Hours per fortnight: Full Time or Part Time Negotiable 

Employment Status: Ongoing

Location: Notre Dame College Knight St or Emmaus Campus, Shepparton

Potential Start Date:  As soon as possible

Why choose to work at Notre Dame College:

• Mission: Notre Dame College is a Catholic co-educational secondary college located in Shepparton, within the Goulburn Valley. Rooted in our faith in God and built upon Marist-Mercy traditions, we provide a comprehensive and challenging educational experience for all students and staff within a faith-filled, pastoral community. Together with families, we strive to develop the full potential of each individual within a just and caring Christian environment. 

  Vision: Our vision is encapsulated in the phrase “To seek, to see, to respond.” We aim to grow our Catholic community and nurture high-achieving, globally connected students. These students recognise their responsibilities to themselves, each other, and the communities they inhabit. They respond as good citizens and people of faith, actively contributing to positive change. 

  Values: Notre Dame College seeks to embed the following values into its life: 

  • Justice and Service: Upholding fairness and compassion, we encourage students and staff to serve others selflessly. 

  • Compassion and Respect: We foster an environment where empathy and respect for one another prevail. 

  • Courage and Humility: Encouraging both bravery and humility, we empower individuals to face challenges with grace. 

  • Service and the Love of Work: Recognising the importance of meaningful work and service to others. 

  • Family and Hospitality: We embrace a sense of community, treating one another as part of an extended family. 

  Catholic Identity: Notre Dame College is deeply rooted in its Catholic heritage. The college actively promotes healing, reconciliation, and justice, acknowledging the pain and suffering of those who have been hurt. Staff members play a crucial role in upholding these values and creating a supportive environment for students and colleagues. 

  Academic Excellence: Notre Dame College maintains high academic standards. As a staff member, you’ll contribute to shaping students’ educational journeys, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning. 

  Wellbeing Focus: The college prioritises student wellbeing. As a staff member, you’ll contribute to nurturing students’ physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Wellbeing initiatives are integral to the college’s ethos, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment. 

You will:

• Collaborate and Plan: Work with teachers and Learning Enrichment Leaders to plan and implement curriculum adjustments, interventions, and Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) to support inclusive education for all students.
• Student Support and Guidance: Assist individual students and small groups, both in and out of the classroom, by providing support aligned with their PLPs, including notetaking, scribing, clarifying instructions, and ensuring their participation in activities.
• Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Maintain records of learning interventions, complete observation records, and regularly report on student progress to the Learning Enrichment Leaders and classroom teachers.
• Behaviour and Relationship Management: Maintain respect, empathy, and positive relationships with students while supporting behaviour standards and ensuring a productive classroom environment.
• Additional Camp Support: Provide supervision and assistance during camps, including supporting students’ everyday with social/emotional needs, leading small group activities, and reporting concerns to teachers.

 Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)

CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating 19,750 students in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.

Applications close on 11 June 2025

If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.