Education Support Officer

Mount Scopus Memorial College is a co-educational Jewish School from Early Learning to Year 12 across three campuses; St Kilda East, Caulfield South and Burwood.

The College is seeking to appoint an Education Support Officer to join the Individual Learning Team at our Primary School located at our Primary School in Burwood.  This is (0.35) FTE part-time fixed term position working Monday and Tuesday from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm during term time to commence immediately until 11 December 2026.  Experience working with children with additional needs in a school environment is essential for this role.   

The role of the Education Support Officer is to support teaching and learning and encourage learners, guided by classroom teachers.  Support will take place in the classrooms and with learners in small groups and one on one - to help review,  enhance, teach and consolidate skills  with children. The role also includes fostering children’s independence, resilience and confidence.

Applicants:

• must have experience in working in a similar environment and/or position  and with children

• should be genuinely interested in working with children; studies in a related field are desirable but not essential

• must have a sound understanding of the Child Safe Standards and demonstrate a strong commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children

• must hold a current Working with Children Check.  

Mount Scopus Memorial College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Being Jewish is not a prerequisite for employment, although a worldview that is sympathetic to the Jewish ethos is essential.

To view the Position Description, please click here.  Should you require further information about this position, please do not hesitate to contact the College on telephone number (03) 9834 0***.  If you would like to be part of this exciting educational and cultural environment, please click on the “Apply Now” button and attach your current resume and your cover letter addressed to Maria Di Paolo, People and Culture Administrator.

What we offer

Mount Scopus Memorial College offers a competitive salary, free on-site car parking at Burwood Campus, Employee Assistance Program, a staff rewards program, and salary packaging through Maxxia. In addition to School Term Holidays, this role also offers paid Jewish Holidays.

Mount Scopus fully complies with the Child Safe Standards. All candidates for roles at the College are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of the recruitment process.   Please note that the College may require additional background checks. 

Applications Close:  BY 5 PM Wednesday, 19 August 2026