Learning Support Teacher

Diocese of Bathurst • Orange, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

James Sheahan Catholic High School in Orange, NSW, is seeking an approachable and caring Learning Support Teacher to join its supportive team. The role supports the school’s goal of “Support for all” by working with others to embed inclusive support throughout the Learning & Teaching environment. The successful teacher will support the mission and ethos of Catholic education and help create a nurturing, learner-centred environment for students in Years 7–12.

The position is permanent and part-time at 0.5 FTE, commencing 28 January 2027. The school may consider a job-share arrangement. Applications close at 11:55pm on 16 November 2026, although the vacancy may close earlier once a suitable candidate is found. A talent pool may be established for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for 12 months. A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required, and preferred applicants are subject to employment screening.

Requirements

• Willingness to support the Catholic tradition and ethos in the workplace.
• Ability to implement learning support programs and structures in a secondary school setting, including Individual Learning Plans.
• Ability to support effective tiered intervention strategies and programs, and to support teaching staff in implementing them.
• Experience liaising with students, staff, parents, and relevant organisations regarding disability and support matters.
• Experience working with literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Knowledge of the NCCD, including identification, implementation, documentation, evidence collection, and application.
• A valid Employee Working with Children Check.
• Preferred applicants must undergo employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Create a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods, and assess and report on student progress.
• Use inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices to support equitable education.
• Analyse student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Liaise with parents and allied health professionals to support students’ engagement in learning.
• Collaborate with school leadership and staff, and contribute to school life.
• Support learning programs and structures, including Individual Learning Plans, and assist teaching staff with tiered intervention strategies.

Benefits

• Potential job-share arrangement.
• Access to leadership development to support teaching leadership aspirations.
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture.
• Professional growth and opportunities for ongoing training and development.
• Access to a larger network within the Catholic Education system and opportunities to build teacher networks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed