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School Learning Officer (Wellbeing) - Holy Cross School, Trinity Park Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns Nonteaching positions, Smithfield QLD. Employment Type: Term Time, Fixed Term until 22 January 2027, 29.6 hrs per week Salary Range: SOF Level 3 $34.17 to $35.62 gross per hour Closing Date for Applications: Midday, Friday 19th December 2025; Interviews to be held in January 2026. Commencement Date: 20/01/2026 Formally opened in 1987, Holy Cross School is an integral component of the Northern Beaches Parish of Cairns. The Holy Cross School Charism RELATIONSHIPS, COMMUNITY, SERVICE and STEWARDSHIP referred to as The Holy Cross Way'', is embedded in all facets of school life, and is lived, modelled, and articulated by every member of the school community. Grounded in a reputation of innovation, Holy Cross School introduced the internationally acclaimed Walker Learning in 2017. Walker Learning is an Australian-based, holistic pedagogy that balances student participation in learning with explicit instruction delivered by teachers. Adopting personalized, selfdriven flip learning platforms, Holy Cross School provides each student in Years 36 with onetoone devices, while loweryear students have access to shared devices, ensuring equitable learning opportunities across all entry points. Holy Cross School lives and breathes its Catholic identity as a welcoming and inclusive environment. With two highly skilled School Officer teams Wellbeing and Learning teachers are supported to deliver an authentic, wholly inclusive curriculum that enables every child to reach their full potential. A fully accredited Dyslexia School, Holy Cross School has the best interests of every child at the forefront of its educational approach. Culturally diverse, students enjoy a rich tapestry of languages, life experiences and cultural histories. Specialist staff (Teacher Librarian, HPE Teacher, MusicDance and Drama Teacher, STEM Teacher, Enrichment Teacher, Indigenous Liaison Officer, Accredited Dyslexia Teacher and three Inclusion Support Teachers) provide multiple opportunities so that every student finds their spark before Year6, preparing them for success in high school and beyond. About the Role The purpose of the School Learning Officer role is to maximize educational outcomes for students by providing assistance to teachers to meet students learning goals. This may involve supporting teachers in delivering learning programs in small group or 1:1 settings. Key Responsibilities Provide assistance to teachers to support student learning aligned with personalised learning plans (PLP) and highly individualized programs (HIP), including implementing specific support, learning and intervention programmes. Collaborate with teachers and staff from multiple departments, participating in care team meetings, PLP and HIP meetings, and safety meetings. Provide support and supervision to students requiring substantial and extensive adjustments inside and outside the classroom to enable participation in school activities, sporting events, school functions, field trips and excursions. Assist teachers in implementing external schoolbased activities such as concerts and sporting events. Support students participating in extracurricular activities. Assist students (individually or in groups) who require substantial or extensive adjustments with specific learning needs, including writing and reading, and provide feedback and observations to classroom teachers. Implement individualized strategies and modifications as per their PLP and/or HIP. Assist with the screening and assessment of students. Keep accurate records of student work and progress, and communicate with teachers and relevant staff to ensure effective flow of information regarding student learning progress and wellbeing, including frequent monitoring and review of PLP adjustments and SMART goals. Support student engagement by reinforcing appropriate student behaviour, school expectations, individualized behaviour support plans and safety plans. Provide practical assistance to students in using classroom resources such as technology and specialised equipment. Perform administrative tasks of record maintenance, produce individualized resources (printing, laminating, etc.), and provide other administrative support. liaise with teachers and parents/carers regarding specific matters such as regulation, individualized SMART goals, toileting, eating, medication, etc. Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy classroom and other learning environments. Assist in setting up appropriate classroom and other learning environments, adhering to specific safety standards and adjustments. Assist in maintaining personalised equipment and resources, ensuring that they are functioning and hygienic, including hearing equipment, toileting equipment, mobility equipment and learning resources. Provide routine support to students in relation to their physical needs (e.g., mobility support), personal care needs (e.g., toileting and feeding), emotional needs, and medical needs (e.g., administering medication). Ensure student safety in accordance with policy, procedures, risk assessment and implementation of personalized safety plans. Undertake student supervision for playground duty, supporting students who require substantial and extensive adjustments. Sourcing, collating and recording/documenting materials and resources required to support learning activities, including stock control. Complete relevant training in the use of learning programmes, medical management, disabilityspecific training, HIES and PBS strategies. Perform other duties as directed by the Principal or delegate. For further information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description: ASOC School Learning Officer Position Description Level3. Work Requirements Hold a Working with Children Blue Card. Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education. What We Offer Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service. 14 weeks paid parental leave. Support and guidance with access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (Assure). Generous superannuation of 12.75%. Secure employment backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases. Great career opportunities to grow within Catholic Education, Diocese of Cairns. Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a childsafe organisation. Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer. To Apply Select Apply Now to submit your application. For current employees, apply via the Employee Login tab on the homepage of the Careers website. Enquiries PrincipalSarah HamiltonPhone: 40506300EMail: ***************@cns.catholic.edu.au #J-18808-Ljbffr