Personal Support and Learning Assistant

Melbourne Grammar School is seeking a dedicated Personal Support and Learning Assistant join our Primary School Grimwade House commencing in 2026. The purpose of this role is to deliver individualised care and support to children and families, undertaking duties within the scope of specific training and established care plans. This role is grounded in the values of care, respect, and collaboration, and contributes meaningfully to the holistic development of students in alignment with Grimwade House’s commitment to nurturing confident, compassionate, and capable learners.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Undertakes duties as directed following completion of specific training to support individuals.
• Provide one-on-one care dependent on the individualised needs as per the parameters in care plan.
• Safely perform lifting, transferring, and positioning of students using approved techniques and equipment, following manual handling risk management procedures.
• Support individual students with additional learning needs, including those with disabilities, learning difficulties, or behavioural challenges, under the direction of teaching staff.
• Provide in-class support to help students access the curriculum, complete tasks, and participate in classroom activities.

You will: 

• Proven experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Ability to implement strategies that support diverse learning needs, including students with disabilities, learning difficulties or behavioural challenges.
• Experience or willingness to undertake required training 
• Capacity to foster a safe, inclusive, positive learning environment.
• Maintain a collaborative approach to working within a team, contributing to a supportive school culture.

 Must have a Working with Children Check Clearance or be willing to obtain prior to commencement

Our School is a place of extraordinary possibilities.  

Melbourne Grammar School is one of Australia's leading independent schools that believes in the holistic education of young people. Grimwade House has 650 girls and boys from Prep to Year 6. It is a place where enthusiastic students learn in an environment that is purpose-built to challenge and support them. We believe that education can create extraordinary possibilities in the lives of young people and the communities in which they live.   

We engage talented people and want them to create possibilities for themselves and for others. Teaching and learning at Grimwade House strikes a balance between the best of traditional approaches and contemporary practice. We are focused on growth and active participation, and our work is supported by expert and dedicated teachers, outstanding resources and learning spaces purpose-built for young learners.   

To learn more about what it’s like working at Melbourne Grammar School, click here to discover what our staff have to say.

Applying for the role  

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be redirected to our secure online staff recruitment portal.  

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Applications close: Sunday 11 January 2026

Melbourne Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Applicants who have previously applied for this role do not need to submit a new application.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with Melbourne Grammar Schools Child Safety policies and procedures and the values available on our website.

For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via employment@mgs.vic.edu.au