Educational Support Officer - Students with Diverse Learning Needs

About St Peter’s College

Founded in 1847, St Peter’s College is an Anglican boarding and day school for boys committed to being an exceptional community of learning centered on truth, respect and service.

With an established reputation for academic excellence, our aim is to instill in students the desire and capacity to consistently seek to improve their own lives and, importantly, that of those around them.

The School is located just two kilometres from the city centre on a single 80-acre campus. The magnificent grounds accommodate beautiful buildings, both historic and modern and the School’s educational facilities and sports fields are excellent. Our modern, purpose built Boarding House provides accommodation for 100 students from within Australia and overseas.

Over 1550 students from diverse backgrounds and abilities are educated at the School from the Early Years to Year 12. This diversity contributes powerfully and directly to the quality of a boy’s education. We are committed to being a boys’ school that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and nationality.

About the position:

St Peter's College is seeking an experienced Educational Support Officer – Senior School to join our Diverse Learning Needs team. The Education Support Officer - Students with Diverse Learning Needs is responsible for providing targeted and specific support under the direction of teachers.  

This position is a part-time, permanent position, working (0.85FTE) 37.5 hours per week, 41 weeks of the year commencing Term 3 2025.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information.

As the successful applicant you will have: 

Essential:

• Hold South Australian WWCC, Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) – Fundamentals & Masterclass certificates.
• Demonstrated experience as an Education Support Officer, or a like role.
• Knowledge and experience of working with students with disability or diverse learning needs.
• Understanding of the Disability Standards for Education and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data.
• Experience in working effectively, independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated the ability to establish effective working relationships with adults and young people.
• Communication skills which are effective in liaising with a wide range of people through a variety of forms. 
• Demonstrated the ability to provide flexible support for students to be independent learners to achieve their individual optimal education outcomes
• The ability to nurture and contribute to building positive relationships with staff, students and parents to ensure the wellbeing of students
• A Certificate IV in Education / Education Support (or equivalent) and/or relevant demonstrated knowledge and experience in a comparable role

Why work for us:

St Peter's College offers a welcoming learning community connected by a shared vision and values. Our staff take great pride in delivering an exceptional education experience for our students who are motivated to learn, and for our families who truly value their partnership with the School. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where knowledge and expertise are built through professional growth and development opportunities. Our incredible facilities are complemented by the resources required to engage students in innovative and creative ways. With a focus on the pastoral care and wellbeing of both staff and students, the inclusive, community-focused culture of the School provides an environment in which staff are supported to perform their best.

How to apply:

Please address applications to the Headmaster, Mr Tim Browning and include a CV and cover letter explaining your skills, capabilities, experiences and reasons for applying.

Applications close Thursday 10th July 2025. Applications will be reviewed and interviews booked as they are received, so early submission is encouraged.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Julia De Corso, People and Culture Advisor on (08) 8404 0436.

The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy.

St Peter's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.