Are you looking for a rewarding role that can kickstart your journey into teaching or bring meaningful change to your career?

St Mels, Shepparton is seeking multiple Learning Support Officers to join our friendly school environment. These are exciting fixed-term part time opportunities to be part of Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL).

Are you passionate about helping students thrive? Join our team as a Learning Support Officer and play a vital role in supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic growth. In this rewarding position, you'll collaborate closely with teachers to prepare resources, monitor progress, and implement personalised learning strategies. You’ll build strong, meaningful relationships with students, guiding them to reach their full potential.

The Position

• Classification: Category B Education Support Level 2 (CEMEA 2022)
• Salary per hour: $28.25
• FTE / Hours: 0.32 – 0.79 FTE *multiple positions available
• Employment Status: Fixed Term 2025 school year
• Location: St Mel’s, Shepparton
• Potential start date: Early Term Two

About St Mel's Shepparton

St Mel’s Shepparton is a welcoming Catholic school where every student is known, valued, and supported. Our committed staff provide engaging, innovative learning experiences that foster academic, spiritual, and personal development. We pride ourselves on a strong sense of community, ensuring a nurturing and purpose-driven environment for all.

About You

• You are passionate about education and making a difference in the lives of young people.
• You enjoy working closely with students to support their learning journey in dynamic and engaging ways.
• You are adaptable, caring, and ready to work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
• You bring great communication skills and a proactive approach to building positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• You may be studying education or considering a career change—this role offers hands-on experience to complement your ambitions.

What We Offer You

• The chance to contribute to the success and sustainability of a thriving school environment.
• Real Classroom Experience, working alongside experienced educators, support students one-on-one or in small groups, and develop skills that will set you apart in your career.
• Pathways to Teaching; Whether you’re currently studying teaching or considering future study, we provide support and guidance to help you step into a teaching role.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse group of students and educators.
• Engagement with a school community that celebrates inclusivity, faith, and shared values.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. 

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. 

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 

It’s an exciting time to be in Catholic Education! 

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  

CESL governs sixty learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

CESL 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.  

Applications Close: 24 April 2025

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Responsibilities within the Position Description.  

For more information about CESL or to register for future opportunities, please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.