School Officer (Learning Support) - Marymount College, BURLEIGH WATERS
Date: 27 Jun 2025
Location: BURLEIGH WATERS, QLD, AU, 4220
Company: Brisbane Catholic Education
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.
About our school
Embrace Marymount College's holistic approach to education, which integrates academic, spiritual, and pastoral dimensions, and contribute to a school with a proven track record of excellence in academics, arts, and athletics. Engage with a diverse, inclusive community and align with our inspirational mission grounded in the teachings of Jesus, Mary, and St. Francis, fostering a meaningful and fulfilling work environment.
Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-thinking educational environment where evidence-based teaching methods and ongoing professional development are key. Join a collaborative and supportive faculty that values your contributions and encourages growth, while enjoying a balanced workload with non-contact hours and flexible scheduling for a healthy work-life balance. Benefit from a prime location near vibrant cafes and the coast, with convenient public transport options. Experience the advantages of teaching where the college vision and mission statement advocate for strong student-teacher relationships. Our favourable support staff-to-teacher ratio ensures you have the resources needed to succeed. Situated on site with Mary, Mother of Mercy Church and Marymount Primary school, there is a consistent approach to Catholic education that is supported from Prep right through to Year 12. The facilities on site including multiple ovals, gymnasium, barista, and pool, help you to ensure a healthy work-life balance as member of our Marymount community. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
Dynamic role helping teachers design and implement tailored strategies to enhance student learning and outcomes across all subjects!
- Location: Marymount College - Burleigh Waters (S)
- Start date: 14/07/2025 - 19/09/2025
- Work hours: 30 hours per week
- Salary: $36.9851/hr + super (School Salary Scale)
- Status: Term Time Fixed Term
- Ad close date: 13/07/25
- Contact: (07) 5586 1000
About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:
- Assessing and monitoring the progress of students and identify learning areas to provide evidence-based intervention strategies for students requiring additional learning scaffolding, including students with learning disabilities
- Assisting in the development of varying teaching methods, materials, and assessments to cater to the diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom
- Gathering insights into students' individual needs and develop appropriate strategies to improve student learning outcomes
- Collaborating with school specialists in organising and assisting with intervention groups to coordinate services
- Ensuring overseas student’s families are provided with information on the school's enrolment requirements, application procedures, and any documentation, addressing any queries or concerns
- Assisting with the planning, preparation and delivery of effective learning and teaching programs for students including the use technology and learning support activities
- Monitoring the progress of students and identifying learning areas to provide evidence-based intervention strategies
- Improving student learning outcomes by providing support and advice on supporting students with diverse learning needs
- Collaborating with school specialists in organising and assisting with intervention groups to coordinate services
- Documenting observation notes, intervention programs and assist in the collation and preparation of classroom materials.
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
- Experience assessing and monitoring student progress to identify areas for targeted intervention
- Exposure to creating diverse teaching methods and assessments to accommodate various learning styles
- Skilled in developing strategies to enhance student learning outcomes based on individual needs
- Experience in collaborating with specialists to address student needs
- Knowledge about the specific needs for First Nations and international students including cultural considerations
- Certificate III in Education Support
- Strong skills in planning, preparing, and delivering effective teaching programs
- Ability to monitor student progress and apply evidence-based interventions
- Expertise in supporting diverse learning needs to improve student outcomes
- Collaborative skills to work with specialists and coordinate intervention groups
- Proficient in documenting observations, managing intervention programs, and preparing classroom materials
- For this position you are not required to be Catholic.
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
- Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
- Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
- Active staff social club and wellness programs
- Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.
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