School Support Officer

St Laurence's Catholic Primary School, Dubbo
Co-educational, Years K-6
Temporary, Part time position 31 hours/ fortnight (3hrs M - Th; 3hrs 15mins F)
Commencing: ASAP by Negotiation - 26 January 2026

About the Role
St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School has an exciting opportunity for a School Support Officer to join our team. This part-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to support students in their learning journey while working collaboratively with teachers and school staff.

The School Support Officer will support the classroom teacher in delivering high-quality instruction to students in a Catholic School setting. The role will involve:

• Providing in-class support for teachers and their students with learning needs
• Supporting and supervising students with additional learning needs in and out of the classroom environment
• Collaborating with classroom teachers to ensure the inclusion of all students in all learning experiences
• Applying appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive learning environment

About You
We are looking for someone who is able to address the following selection criteria:

• Understanding of how to engage, relate and work appropriately and sensitively with young people with a range of abilities, ambitions and backgrounds.
• Previous experience in student support
• Have at least a Cert III or Cert IV Education Support (desirable)
• Proven capacity to effectively engage and work collaboratively with other staff, fostering a culture of serving others, professionalism, responsibility and collegiality in open communication.
• Proven capacity to support the delivery of learning support curriculum and programs in a relevant, meaningful and engaging manner.
• Possess well developed verbal and written communication skills & sound computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proven capacity to work strategically and effectively through challenges.
• A willingness to support the Catholic tradition and ethos in the workplace

About Our Offer

• Support the teaching staff in a reputable school
• Enjoy a work-life balance in a temporary role with school holidays off
• Be a part of the wider Catholic Education system which will support your career aspirations and give you the tools to flourish
• Perfect opportunity for some who is aspiring to join the education system 

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 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 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of 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.

St. Laurence’s, a haven for students and teachers to embark on an enriching regional experience. Nestled in the central west of NSW, our institution offers a strong commitment to academic excellence and holistic development, we strive to empower our students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world.

At St Laurence’s, we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, valuing innovation and a deep commitment to education. We believe in the potential of every student and are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment that promotes personal growth and academic success.

Click here to find out more about St Laurence’s Catholic Primary School, Dubbo.

How to Apply
If this sounds like you, we would love 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 (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 17 March 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 contacting the school on (02) 6882 2129.

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.