Position: Teacher Assistant
Commencement Date: As soon as able
Employment Status: Casual
Hours per week: As required - up to 26 hours per week
Hourly rate (casual): $42.74 - $44.56 (pending experience and responsibilities)
Applications Close: 22 August 2025
About us
Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.
Your Role
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic applicants for the position of Teacher Assistant to support the needs of students at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bundaberg.
This is a casual continuing position, commencing as soon as able or as negotiated with the successful applicant.
Typical duties include but not limited to:
- Assist with supporting the needs of students with significant tracheostomy, gastronomy, mobility and toileting needs. This will necessitate training and the ability to fully assist the student in relation to these needs and in case of emergency.
- Supporting a student who uses Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC – ways of communicating other than talking) in the school setting.
- Assist student learning, either individually or in groups, under the direct supervision of an academic staff member where limited discretion and judgement are involved
- Perform within well-established routines tasks associated with the mass production of printed material including collating, stapling, binding, folding, cutting etc
- Under the direct supervision of a higher-level officer or a member of the academic staff and within well-established routines
- Prepare and clean away materials for use/display in classrooms
- Perform tasks of limited complexity associated with classroom learning e.g. preparing, implementing and supervising learning programs
- Support students in relation to their physical needs
- Other ad hoc duties as required
For more information, please review the Position Description.
About you
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals who are passionate about education and working with students.
Applications are welcome from anyone who would support the school's ethos and possess the following are encouraged to apply:
- understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school
- a genuine interest in supporting the learning and development of students
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality in dealing with young people and their needs
- the ability to work well either individually or collaboratively in a team and to accept direction and support
- genuine care for the wellbeing of students
- adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic educational setting
- Tertiary qualifications at Certificate level or equivalent knowledge, qualifications and experience relevant to this role would be highly regarded.
Experience in a similar role or working with children and a current First Aid Certificate is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.
What we offer
- Competitive salary range
- Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
- Modern facilities and resources
Mandatory Requirements
- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
- Current First Aid Certificate, or the ability to obtain.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
- Australian work rights
How to Apply
Please review our How To Apply Online Guide
- Complete the application below
- Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
- Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
- Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
Further information
- For a confidential conversation please contact Monica White, Principal, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bundaberg, on 07 4994 8330.
- For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services [email protected]
- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Friday, 22 August 2025.
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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