Learning Support Teacher

Introduction St Mary's Catholic College Gateshead is seeking a Temporary Full Time Learning Support Teacher to join the team in January 2026 for 12 months. St Mary's Catholic College, Gateshead, is a co‑educational year 7 to 12 college founded in the finest tradition of the Josephite sisters. It is recognised and acclaimed as a safe, disciplined, welcoming and caring community. The college values building and nurturing quality relationships, providing excellence in teaching and learning aligned with the Visible Learning Framework, and setting high standards and expectations in all dimensions of college life. Its fundamental mission is service in the spirit of the Gospel, honoring the motto “Ready to Serve.” Position Description Temporary Full Time Learning Support Teacher (July‑December 2026). Responsibilities Assist with the identification of students with special educational needs, consult and collaborate with parents, colleagues, CSO personnel and external providers, and facilitate referral and assessment procedures with Catholic Schools Office Student Support staff. Deliver intervention, teach students, and assist teachers with curriculum differentiation, as specified by the Leader of Learning Support / Learning Support Coordinator. Collaborate with class teachers and other relevant people to assist in the design, implementation, monitoring, and review of adjustments, as documented in the Personalised Plan (PP) or Learner Profile (LP). Work collaboratively with other Learning Support personnel. Contribute to the provision of staff professional development and parent education programmes. Liaise with relevant schools particularly in relation to transition periods. Prepare documentation required under legislation in line with privacy, confidentiality, and disability obligations, including pre‑enrolment documentation and submissions for the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD). Support the development of inclusive learning environments. Assist in implementing programmes and processes to support students with disability. Assist in building capacity of school staff in the area of Special Education. Skills and Experiences Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools. Experience working with students with disability (7‑12). Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff, CSO staff, and external stakeholders to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes for students. Experience in the delivery of professional learning for staff and parents. Demonstrated ability to effectively gather and utilise assessment data and other relevant student data to determine the adjustments required for individual students and groups of students. Demonstrated ability to collaboratively prepare Personalised Plans and Learner Profiles for students with disability. Experience in supporting student enrolment and transitions. Working knowledge of Disability legislation and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data. Evidence of excellent organisational, interpersonal, and administrative skills. Qualifications Qualifications as an Australian four‑year trained teacher and postgraduate qualifications in Special Education and/or extensive special education experience. li>Active NESA accreditation. Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number. Completion of anaphylaxis training. Completion of CPR training. Conditions of Employment Salary is in accordance with the New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023. Benefits Of Working With Us Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow. A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply). Employee assistance programme (EAP). Training and staff development programmes. Paid parental leave for eligible employees. Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees. Contact Contact Brett Donohoe, Principal on Tel: or via email: How to Apply Please provide a cover letter along with your resume. In your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under Skills and Experiences and ensure your response to each criterion is no longer than 300 words. Applications close: Sunday 23rd November at 11:59pm. Safeguarding Statement The Diocese of Maitland‑Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero‑tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation. #J-18808-Ljbffr