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School Learning Support Officer - Identified - Full Time - Ongoing - Picnic Point High School - job post

School Administrative and Support
3.9 out of 5 stars
Sydney NSW
$37.21 - $43.23 an hour - Full-time
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Job details

Pay

  • $37.21 - $43.23 an hour

Job type

  • Full-time

Location

Sydney NSW

Full job description

School Administrative and Support

Reference number
0000B6QM
Occupation
SASS
Work type
    Location
    Sydney Region
    Salary Information
    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
    Principal Network
    Bankstown
    School Name
    Picnic Point High School
    Staff Area
    Bankstown
    Closing date
    16 June 2026 at 4:00pm


    Position Information

    The School Learning Support Officer (SLSO) – Mental Health and Behaviour plays a vital role in supporting the wellbeing and behavioural development of students within the school community. Working under the direction of Intensive Learning Support Mental Health and Intensive Learning Support Behaviour teachers, the SLSO assists in implementing interventions and strategies to promote positive behaviour, support mental health needs, and foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment. This role involves working directly with students who require additional behavioural and emotional support, contributing to behaviour management plans, and assisting in the delivery of social-emotional learning programs.
    The SLSO will liaise closely with teachers, parents, and relevant external agencies to ensure comprehensive support for students, helping to improve educational outcomes and wellbeing.


    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.


    Conditions

    This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
    Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.


    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, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
    To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

    Additional Information

    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).
    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 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.

    Targeted Question 1
    Please show examples of your ability to work cooperatively with teachers, school counsellors, allied health professionals, parents, and external agencies to deliver coordinated support for students, using strong verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with students, families, and professionals, including the capacity to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
    Targeted Question 2
    Demonstrate your experience working with children or young people exhibiting challenging behaviours or mental health difficulties, including your knowledge of mental health issues affecting school-aged children and effective behavioural management strategies, including positive reinforcement, de-escalation techniques, and trauma-informed practices.
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