School Learning Support Officer

Job Description - School Learning Support Officer - Full time - Ongoing - Greenacre Public School (0000B3GS) School Learning Support Officer - Full time - Ongoing - Greenacre Public School - 0000B3GS Location Sydney Region Advertisement Number A Number of Positions 1 Salary Package The salary range for this position is $37.21 - $43.23 per hour. The total salary package will include employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading. School Greenacre Public School Principal Network: Chullora Staffing Area: Bankstown FTE: 1.000 Contact Phone: Contact School Admin: Closing Date 03-Dec-2025, 5:00:00 AM Job Category SASS Organisation School Administrative and Support Position Information The NSW Department of Education provides, funds and regulates education services for NSW students from early childhood to secondary school, delivering world‑class education through its public schools and providing funding support to non‑government schools. We employ, develop and support teachers, leaders and other staff to deliver the best outcomes for students and to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people. About the Role School Learning Support Officers provide support for students with identified diverse learning needs including disability in classrooms and other learning environments under the direction and supervision of a teacher to support the achievement of educational outcomes. This support includes student welfare, health and wellbeing activities as required. In addition, School Learning Support Officers may provide specific support for students in the following streams or settings: pre‑school, vision support, hearing support, and bilingual. School Learning Support Officers working in these streams/settings have specific additional duties, in addition to the general duties for School Learning Support Officers that are required to be performed. Essential Requirements Working with Children Check Clearance Completion of mandatory training required by the Department of Education and a willingness to undertake first aid training relevant to the School Learning Support Officer role. Administration of Medications – training to be provided based on student needs. Health support training to be provided based on student needs (subject to transition provisions). Greenacre Public School is a dynamic primary school delivering primary education from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is located in the inner south west of metropolitan Sydney. The school is led by a team of highly committed teachers, support and ancillary staff ensuring the specific needs of our children are met in safe and responsive learning environments. The greatest asset enriching the social and educational experiences of our children, teachers and parents is the school's cultural diversity. The student population is comprised of students from non‑English speaking (98%) and English speaking backgrounds who come together with a strong sense of identity and partnership. The school comprises a support unit with classes for students with mild and moderate intellectual disabilities and an opportunity class for academically gifted Year 5 and Year 6 students with high potential further enhances the commitment to inclusivity. In addition, in 2026 our school will have a newly appointed Autism class that will cater and meet the needs of students in the community. Specific Selection Criteria Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to work with students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities. Awareness of the needs of students with emotional, physical or intellectual disabilities. Effective communication skills. Special Notes About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high‑quality public education to two‑thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ( ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion. How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit an application by clicking “Apply Online” below. You will need to attach a covering letter (max. 3 pages) and your resume (max. 5 pages), in either Word or PDF format, that demonstrates how your skills, knowledge and experience can contribute to the success of this role in accordance with the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Statement of Duties. It is a requirement that you include the name and contact details of two referees. If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include them in your covering letter. Note: It is a requirement that all applicants submit their applications online on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted. We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr