Learning Support Officer

MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE!

Learning Support Officer Cathedral Catholic Primary School Bathurst

12-Month Contract Part-time (25 hours per fortnight)

Commencing Term 1 2026

Competitive hourly rate & access to employee benefits

Access to Fitness Passport & Salary Packaging

About the Role

Cathedral Catholic Primary School Bathurst is seeking a passionate Learning Support Officer to join the team. As a Learning Support Officer you will be responsible for supporting classroom teachers by delivering targeted high-quality assistance in reading writing and mathematics. Your focus will be working 1:1 or in small groups with students who need extra support helping to build their confidence skills and independence.

Key responsibilities:

• Promote and embody the Vision and Mission of Catholic education in the Diocese.
• Support students spiritual growth and foster a respectful inclusive school culture.
• Assist students develop their literacy numeracy social and integration skills.
• Develop programs for use in the learning support centre.
• Performing clerical duties as required in the Inclusive Education area.
• Work with students on a 1:1 or group basis to meet the individual needs of the student.
• Work with teachers in order to meet the specific needs of individual students.

A copy of the position description can be found here

About You

We are looking for someone who can address the following criteria:

• Holds a Certificate III in Education Support or equivalent (desired).
• A valid Working with Children Check.
• Possess well developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to engage positively with students in a school and classroom setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Possess sound computer skills.
• Positive attitude and effectiveness working in a team environment.
• A willingness to support the Catholic tradition and ethos in the workplace.

Why Work with Us

• Supportive school community
• Career growth- access to professional development and mentoring programs to help you thrive
• Diverse opportunities
• Work-life balance - enjoy the balance of fulfilling work with lifestyle-friendly benefits
• Access to Fitness Passport & salary packaging

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About Us

Responsible for 33 schools approximately 9600 students and 1700 staff Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains Warrumbungle Ranges the Pilliga Macquarie River Lachlan River Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103680 square kilometres comprises Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri Gamilaraay/Gomeroi and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

Cathedral School is a school community in the Catholic tradition founded in faith challenged by gospel values striving for a standard of excellence in all areas of school life. Situated on-site of the first Catholic Church built in Bathurst it holds an amazing reputation as an excellent school in the Bathurst region. As the oldest Catholic School west of the mountains Cathedral Catholic Primary School is proud of our rich learning community created for all students. We strive to work closely with parents to ensure all our students are given every opportunity to achieve their full potential.

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How to Apply

If youre looking to make the next step in your career we would like to hear from you! Click Apply to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the About You section of this advertisement

• Contact details of appropriate referees

• All supporting documentation (statements of service transcripts identification WWCC etc)

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 21 November 2025.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by emailing the Principal Camille Da Silva Tavares or contacting the school on.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.