David Scott School - Learning Support Educator
At The David Scott School, we are seeking a passionate Learning Support Educator to join our dedicated Student Support team.
Location: Frankston
Job Type: Max Term - Part Time for 6 months (30.4 hours a week)
Salary: $63,096-$72,460, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)
What we offer our employees:
- Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
- Career development opportunities
- Leave loading of 17.5%
- Flexible working arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year
About the role:
The Learning Support Officer assists teachers with classroom activities and supports students in their learning. They help deliver programs like literacy and numeracy interventions and supervise students during lessons and school activities.
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Assist teachers with the daily management of classroom activities to ensure smooth lesson delivery and student engagement.
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Support the implementation of tailored educational programs that help students overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
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Deliver targeted support in literacy and numeracy interventions to enhance foundational skills for individual students and small groups.
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Supervise and guide students during lessons, group work, and structured school activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
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Participate in a range of school programs, including electives, excursions, and incursions, providing additional support where required.
About Brotherhood of St Laurence:
We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.
The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.
About David Scott School:
The School vision is to ensure that all young people receive a high quality education that empowers them to reach their potential and equips them for a good life.
The School delivers an integrated education program to meet the literacy, numeracy, work related and personal development needs of young people (aged 15-20) in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula region who are unable to participate in mainstream schooling.
What we are looking for
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual who is passionate about supporting young people in their education journey and contributing to the inclusive, student-centred mission of the David Scott School.
To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:
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Qualifications: Minimum Certificate or Diploma in Education Support is required; relevant tertiary qualifications in education or special needs (desirable), and a current Victorian Driver’s Licence is preferred.
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Educational Knowledge: Strong understanding of educational instruction principles and the ability to apply them to support diverse student learning needs, including interpreting and applying Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
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Student Support Expertise: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with vulnerable or challenging young people using a strengths-based approach, with a focus on improving literacy and numeracy outcomes.
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Skills and Adaptability: Well-developed organisational and time management skills, with proven ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing environments with resilience.
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Commitment to Inclusion: A demonstrated commitment to child safety, equity, inclusion, and cultural awareness, aligned with the values and mission of the Brotherhood of St. Laurence.
If this sounds like the right fit for you:
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.
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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.
Your application must include:
- A tailored cover letter,
- A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and
- A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description. (optional)
Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.
To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here.
If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Stacey Bushell at Stacey.Bushell@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.
Applications close: Sunday, 27th of July 2025 at 11:55 PM
We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.
