Description:
Diverse Learning / Special Needs
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)
Applications Close: 4 May 2025
Champion inclusive education! Empower teachers and transform learning environments to ensure every student thrives across our Catholic schools. We have two Education Officer: Learning Diversity positions being advertised. One position based in Horsham, and another based in Swan Hill or Mildura. These positions will start at 0.6 FTE with the option to go up to 1.0 FTE.About the Role
The Education Officer: Learning Diversity will be a member of the Wellbeing Team and will focus on capacity building. This role will develop, facilitate, and implement support structures and processes to assist schools to create and maintain effective adjustments and programs for students with disabilities. Reporting to the Team Leader, this role implements policies, practices, and programs to strengthen schools’ ability to support teachers, students and families. This work equips teachers to make reasonable adjustments that enable students to access and participate fully in their education.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Provide expert advice to school leaders and teachers consistent with the DDA and DSE regarding inclusive practices to support the participation of all students.
- Build the capacity of school leaders to implement the Intervention Framework to create inclusive classroom environments and personalise learning to support student’s requirements.
- Provide evidence-based consultancy services to schools via meetings such as Student Learning Teams and Program Support Groups with the aim to support teachers and school staff to meet the requirements of students with disabilities.
- Interpret complex academic, behavioural and psycho/social data to manage and inform the triage/allocation process.
Benefits in this role include:
- Impactful Contribution to Inclusive Education: Play a key role in shaping inclusive learning environments across schools, helping students with disabilities access equitable education through tailored adjustments and support strategies.
- Professional Influence and Leadership: Provide expert guidance to school leaders and educators, building their capacity and influencing how learning diversity is embedded in school culture and practices.
- Collaboration in a Values-Driven Environment: Working within the Wellbeing Team and broader Student Services, you’ll collaborate across disciplines in a community rooted in Catholic values, inclusion, and holistic development.
- Ongoing Development and Career Fulfillment: With opportunities to engage in policy development, professional learning, and team collaboration, the role supports personal growth, career advancement, and meaningful work aligned with educational and ethical purpose.
To apply, please visit the DOBCEL website at https://dobcel.catholic.edu.au/careers/ and download the role description and an application pack.
Applications must include:
- cover letter;
- resume;
- response addressing the key selection criteria;
- DOBCEL application form.
For a confidential discussion about the position contact:
Tony Perkins, Leader: Wellbeing 0417 007 166
Applications close Sunday 4 May 2025.
Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all,” DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.