Disability Support Officer - Thomas More College
Employment Information: Part time, term-time only (41 weeks of the year), $63,955-$68,659 pro-rated wage.
Thomas More College is a growing high school that’s looking for a Disability Support Officer (DSO) to join them in 2026, to support students with intellectual disabilities and other diagnoses.
You’ll be able to:
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Support the students of the Margaret More Centre (MMC) so they reach a position in which they are ready to engage in the learning process.
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Collaborate with staff and external providers to provide consistent support for students living with a disability.
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Support teachers in the maintenance of a positive learning environment.
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Assist with the care of students on excursions, sports days, work experience and other classroom activities, which may include personal care.
Do you have?
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A tertiary qualification in a related field (e.g. Certificate IV in Disability).
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Knowledge of a wide range of learning and developmental disabilities.
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Experience in challenging the behavioural choices of young people living with one or more disabilities.
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Highly developed verbal and written communication skills; the ability to engage with students and staff in an inclusive and positive manner.
