Learning Enrichment Literacy Specialist

Due to the promotion of the current incumbent, St Stephen's School is seeking a passionate and committed full time Learning Enrichment Literacy Specialist Teacher to join our dedicated Learning Enrichment team at our Duncraig Campus, commencing Term 1, 2027.

At St Stephen’s, the Learning Enrichment Program is founded on an inclusive model where students are supported within a mainstream educational setting. Our Learning Enrichment team, consisting of a Head of Learning Area, Teachers and Learning Assistants, works collaboratively to support students with:

• Specific Learning Difficulties
• Disabilities
• Achievement below age expectations
• Gifted and talented needs
• Gifted underachievement

This specialist position focuses primarily on supporting students in Years 9–12 and requires an educator with a strong understanding of senior secondary curriculum and demonstrated experience working with students requiring literacy and/or numeracy intervention.

The successful applicant will provide both direct student support and specialist consultation to teachers and families, helping students access curriculum and achieve success through evidence-based and differentiated learning approaches.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting and instructing students in Years 9–12 through curriculum classes, targeted intervention programs and small-group support.
• Developing and implementing literacy and numeracy programs for students with Specific Learning Disorders.
• Collaborating with classroom teachers and Heads of Learning Areas to differentiate curriculum, assessment and learning experiences.
• Developing and maintaining Documented Plans and managing identified student caseloads.
• Liaising regularly with students, families, staff and external specialists.
• Supporting students in their transition to post-school pathways.
• Maintaining accurate records and professional documentation.
• Contributing to staff professional learning and the development of inclusive teaching practices across the School.

ST STEPHEN'S SCHOOL and WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU?

St Stephen's School is a Uniting Church School that is Christ centred, student focused and community based.

We live by the values and capabilities we strive to instil in our students, giving staff the opportunity to be creative, to take risks, to have the freedom to explore, to learn and to work with a relational and supportive team that values cutting edge educational ideas and practice.

St Stephen's School has been recognised in The Educator Magazine's 5 -Star Excellence Award, as a National Employer of Choice in 2021, 2023 and 2025. This year we are the only school in Western Australia recognised with this Award.

Benefits

We offer more than just a job; we offer benefits to enhance your work life, help you grow, and celebrate your achievements. Employment benefits include:

• Staff Wellness Initiatives eg Annual Staff Expo
• Novated leasing and salary packaging
• Staff Discount on School Fees
• Long Service Leave after 7 years

HOW TO APPLY

Please address the Selection Criteria (below) for this position as thoroughly as possible so your application can be considered for the role. Please ensure you read the position description (available on our Website) prior to submitting an application.

More details and Job Description available on our Website - https://www.ststephens.wa.edu.au/our-school/who-we-are/employment/

Your application mustinclude all 3sections:

• Covering Letter addressed to Donella Beare, Principal, St Stephen's School
• Curriculum Vitae - limited to 5 pages
• Statement addressing the Selection Criteria, limited to 5 pages (combine your  Covering letter and Statement into onedocument)

Selection Criteria (each point to be addressed)

Education and Training

• Appropriate teaching qualifications and registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.
• Hold a current Working with Children card and a current National Police Clearance.
• Experience and/or qualifications in Inclusive Education (preferred).

Professional Experience

• Experience and knowledge of upper secondary curriculums including knowledge of upper school qualification pathways – General, Certificate and ATAR courses with an understanding of the Special Provision process of the Schools Curriculum and Standards Authority.
• Experience working with students with learning disabilities/difficulties in particular SLD Reading (dyslexia) and SLD Numeracy (dyscalculia) with an understanding of how to interpret and present information contained in specialist reports.
• Experience in developing, delivering senior school programmes supporting students with specific learning disorders.
• An understanding of and experience in differentiating class and assessment tasks to support the individual needs of students particularly those students with specific learning disorders.
• Experience in contributing to, developing and evaluating Documented Plans.
• A working knowledge of current legislation and policies relating to educational equity including the National Disability and Discrimination Act and Inclusive Funding processes.

Personal Attributes and Values

• Experience in and a preparedness to contribute to the School’s camping, retreat and extra-curricular programs.
• Willingness to positively and actively contribute to the Christian culture of the School.

CLOSING DATE

Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 9am

Only candidates with a valid Australian working visa will be considered. Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

St Stephen's School is fully committed to the protection of children. Successful applicants must satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's child protection policies and Staff Code of Conduct. You will need to be committed to providing a safe environment for and the protection of children and young people.

Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw St Stephen's School jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date

NOTE: Interviews might be held before the closing date.