Learning & Support Teacher

Position Title: Learning and Support Teacher - K–12
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Commencement Date: Immediate or by negotiation
Reports To: Head of Learning Enrichment
Location: Minarah College, Sydney NSW

About Minarah College

Minarah College is a growing independent Islamic school committed to academic excellence, student wellbeing and strong Islamic values. Catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 12, the College provides a nurturing, future-focused learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best.

We believe every student has unique strengths, talents and ways of learning. Our Learning Enrichment Department fosters an environment where students with diverse learning needs, including neurodivergent students and those requiring additional learning support, are empowered to thrive academically, socially and emotionally through strong partnerships with families, teachers and allied health professionals.

About the Learning Enrichment Department

The Learning Enrichment Department works across K–12 to ensure students with diverse learning needs can access, participate in and succeed in learning. Our approach is collaborative, strengths-based and evidence-informed. We embrace neurodiversity and support teachers through coaching, collaboration, targeted intervention and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), fostering student wellbeing, belonging and achievement.

Role Overview

The Learning and Support Teacher is a qualified and NESA-accredited teacher responsible for supporting students with diverse learning needs across Kindergarten to Year 12.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated teaching experience in a primary and/or secondary school setting, together with experience in learning and support, inclusive education, special education or a similar specialist teaching role.

Reporting to the Head of Learning Enrichment, the role works collaboratively with classroom and subject teachers, School Learning Support Officers (SLSOs), families and allied health professionals to provide evidence-based support that enables students to fully access and participate in learning. The role promotes student wellbeing, belonging and positive engagement while building teacher capability through collaboration, coaching and evidence-informed practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify students requiring additional learning support through assessment and data analysis.
• Develop, implement, monitor and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Personalised Learning and Support Plans (PLSPs).
• Deliver evidence-based intervention for students with disability, neurodivergent profiles and other diverse learning needs.
• Support transitions across K–12 and promote student independence and self-advocacy.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement differentiation, reasonable adjustments and UDL.
• Build teacher capability through coaching, mentoring and professional learning.
• Assist in coordinating SLSOs and contribute to NCCD processes.
• Liaise with families and allied health professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with College policies and legislative requirements.
• Uphold the values and ethos of Minarah College and undertake other duties as directed.

Key Selection Criteria & Attributes

• A recognised teaching qualification and current NESA accreditation as a teacher.

• Demonstrated teaching experience in a primary and/or secondary school setting.

• Demonstrated experience in learning and support, special education, inclusive education or a similar specialist teaching role.

• Postgraduate qualifications in Special Education, Inclusive Education, Learning and Support or a related field are highly desirable.

• Experience supporting students with disability, neurodivergent profiles and diverse learning needs.

• Experience developing, implementing and reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Personalised Learning and Support Plans (PLSPs).

• Knowledge and understanding of neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based practice.

• Knowledge of the Disability Standards for Education and the application of reasonable adjustments.

• Knowledge and understanding of NCCD requirements and processes.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, SLSOs, families and allied health professionals.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

• Current NSW Working with Children Check.

• Experience working in an independent or faith-based school environment is desirable.

• A genuine commitment to inclusive education, student wellbeing, belonging and achievement.

Employment Conditions

Teachers at Minarah College are employed under the Independent Schools (Teachers) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria to [email protected].

Your cover letter should outline your relevant experience, skills and suitability for the position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and shortlisted candidates may be contacted throughout the recruitment process. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Minarah College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Child Safety Commitment: Minarah College is committed to providing a child-safe environment. All staff are expected to uphold the College's child safeguarding policies and legislative requirements.

For more information about Minarah College, please visit our website at www.minarah.nsw.edu.au