Learning Support Coordinator (0.2 FTE Teaching + 0.6 FTE support)

Location: Bedfordale
Work Type: Permanent – Part Time 0.8 FTE | Ongoing |
Commences: as soon as possible

Southern Hills Christian College is a K-12 Christian school in Bedfordale, Western Australia, and is part of the Swan Christian Education Association. Our staff are all committed Christians, and this belief is embedded both explicitly and implicitly in our curriculum and all that we do.

We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Learning Support Coordinator to join our team in an ongoing, part-time position commencing as soon as possible. The successful candidate will lead inclusive education initiatives by working with staff, families, and professionals to support students with diverse learning needs through effective programs, individual plans, and a culture of care.

This role consists of a 0.6 FTE administrative component and a 0.2 FTE teaching component, for a subject to be decided depending on your experience and school availability.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee the identification and support of students requiring adjustments or intervention. Coordinate and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs/PLPs).
• Lead NCCD processes, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Support and mentor teachers in differentiation, inclusive practice, and professional learning.
• Collaborate with parents, therapists, and external agencies to provide cohesive support.Coordinate education assistants, targeted support programs, and contribute to school-wide wellbeing, inclusion, and transition initiatives.

Selection Criteria:
Essential:

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and active involvement in a Christian church. Accept and live in accordance with the Association’s Statement of Faith, Foundational Statements of Belief, and Educational Objectives.
• Meet the Department of Education (WA) requirements for teaching qualifications.
• Have experience in Learning Support, Special Education, or Inclusive Education.
• Possess a strong understanding of differentiation, adjustments, and IEP/PLP processes, with working knowledge of NCCD and disability legislation.
• Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.

  Desirable: (Include where appropriate in your response)

• To have had experience in the advertised position.
• To have had some experience in Christian Education.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Special Education, Learning Support, Inclusion, or a related field.
• Experience leading or coordinating Education Assistants or support programs.
• Knowledge of behaviour support, literacy/numeracy intervention, or enrichment.

  What We Offer: Unity in Community: Join us as we continue to build strong connections between our networks of Schools as we work together for a common purpose.
High-Capacity Workplace: Working for SCEA means joining with us as we continue to seek growth opportunities across our people, places and resources so we can offer excellent Christian education.
Growth in Reach: Be a part of increasing community access to transformative Gospel- inspired education as we work with stakeholders to grow the SCEA Schools network.  

How to Apply:

If you’re a dedicated educator seeking to make a meaningful contribution as a Learning Support Coordinator, we invite you to apply online via the SCEA website: scea.wa.edu.au/working-with-us We invite you to read the attached information pack that includes the job description with a full list of duties and selection criteria to address. Online applications should be submitted by the 11th February 2026, however shortlisting will begin immediately, and SCEA reserves the right to close this advert before this date.

Applications must include:

• A covering letter addressing all the Essential Criteria and a brief statement outlining the competencies you would bring to the role and your reason for applying
• A current resume/CV
• Copies of qualifications
• Copies of current Working with Children Card, TRBWA registration, and Department of Education Police Clearance, or willingness to apply for one.
• Only online applications that provide the above requirements will be considered.

For confidential enquiries, please contact Joel Vallance on (08) 9497 1751 or email jobs@southernhills.wa.edu.au  

About SCEA Swan Christian Education Association (SCEA) is a not-for-profit network of seven schools across Perth. With over 900 staff and 5000 students, SCEA is united in its mission:

“We value and empower every student to become all God created them to be.”