Education Support Teacher (Secondary)

Are you passionate about helping young people with diverse learning needs thrive academically, socially and personally?

Maranatha Christian School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Education Support Teacher (Secondary) to join our Education Support team. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with students, families, teachers and allied health professionals to ensure students with additional learning needs are supported to access, participate in and succeed.

ABOUT Maranatha

Maranatha Christian School is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational Christian school serving more than 1,200 students across its Endeavour Hills, Officer and Doveton campuses. Since 1970, we have been committed to providing exceptional Christ-centred education, guided by our motto, “My Utmost for His Glory.”

Students at Maranatha are encouraged to strive for excellence in every area of their learning and personal development. Through a rigorous, stimulating and engaging curriculum—enriched by diverse co‑curricular opportunities—students are given every opportunity to learn, grow, serve and excel.

This is made possible by the dedication of our talented Christian staff. Our teachers and support staff are not only highly qualified and respected in their fields, but are also deeply committed to building strong, supportive and meaningful relationships with students, families and colleagues.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting to the Head of Education Support, the Education Support Teacher (Secondary) works with students in Years 7-12 who require additional learning support. The role focuses on case management, development and review of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), targeted intervention programs, student self-advocacy and supporting teachers to implement inclusive practices.

This position is ideal for an educator who is passionate about disability inclusion, evidence-based intervention and empowering students to become confident, independent learners.

The Education Support Teacher will:

• Coordinate and support students with diverse learning needs, including ASD, ADHD, learning disorders, intellectual disability, developmental language disorders, physical disabilities and other conditions impacting learning.
• Develop, implement and review ILPs.
• Deliver targeted interventions in areas such as literacy, numeracy, executive functioning, study skills and self-regulation.
• Support students to develop self-advocacy, independence and effective learning habits.
• Partner with teachers to implement effective adjustments, differentiation and inclusive classroom practices.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals to ensure coordinated support for students.
• Support NCCD processes, documentation and compliance requirements.

COMMENCING

Beginning of the 2027 school year.

TIME FRACTION

Part-time, 0.4 FTE

ABOUT THE PERSON

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience supporting students with diverse educational needs.
• Strong understanding of disability-inclusive education and reasonable adjustments.
• Experience developing, reviewing and implementing ILPs.
• Excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, teachers and external professionals.
• Experience with intervention programs, NCCD processes and supporting students with ASD, ADHD and learning difficulties will be highly regarded.

The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.

Maranatha Christian School remains wholeheartedly committed to its charter of personally owned Christian faith and values. We are seeking an individual who will align closely with our staff team and who shares a genuine passion for Christian education.

 ABOUT THE BENEFITS

• Competitive salary, with annual award leave and leave entitlements above award
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an onsite café
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Health and wellbeing support
• Access to a proactive Employee Assistance Program

For more information: https://www.maranatha.vic.edu.au/employment/

TO APPLY

Please refer to the Position Description for further details regarding this role.

Online applications should be addressed to our Principal, Mr William Jackson, and will be handled with strict confidentiality.

Applicants are required to submit:

• A current resume.
• A cover letter outlining your interest in the position.
• Evidence of relevant qualifications and child-safety compliance.

Maranatha is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. All employees are required to comply with the School’s Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct.

Applicants must also have the right to live and work in Australia.

For a confidential discussion, please contact the HR team on 03 9709 7303.

Applications close Friday 20th November 2026 at 4pm.

Please note that shortlisting will commence as applications are received and the recruitment process may close early if an appropriate candidate is identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Maranatha does not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies.