Classroom Support Assistant

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Young; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave 24 weeks

Paid parental leave 14 weeks

Professional development support

People Wellbeing Program Flourish

Inter-school transfer opportunities

Job summary

Hennessy Catholic College in New South Wales seeks a part-time Classroom Support Assistant to work with teachers to support student participation, including those with diverse learning needs. The role provides targeted support to individuals and small groups, modifies learning tasks, and encourages strategies that build confidence, independence and social-emotional development.

Two temporary positions are available until the end of the 2026 school year, with a salary of $75,935 full-time

Qualifications

• WWCC registration is required.
• Certificate III in School-Based Education Support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with diverse learning needs in partnership with teachers.
• Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups and modify tasks.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialist teams to implement personalised adjustments.

Education

Certificate III in School-Based Education Support

WWCC registration

Job description

Salary: $75,935 full-time equivalent plus superannuation.

Employment Status: Part-time (Up to 60 hours per fortnight) | Contract till end of 2026 school year

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: Negotiable

About Hennessy Catholic College

Hennessy Catholic College is a comprehensive co-educational school for Years 7 to 12, offering a dynamic and caring environment where all students are welcomed, nurtured, and supported to learn and grow in harmony. Located in a diverse regional community, the College provides a quality education in a safe, inclusive, and pastoral setting. Hennessy continues to adapt to meet the evolving needs and interests of its learners. Our highly qualified and experienced teaching staff offers a broad range of opportunities, supported by a strong culture of collaboration and professional learning that enriches teaching practice and student outcomes.

About The Role

The Classroom Support Assistant plays a key role in creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment by partnering with teachers to support student participation, especially those with diverse learning needs. This position involves providing targeted support to individuals and small groups, modifying learning tasks, and encouraging the use of strategies that enhance students’ confidence, independence, and social-emotional development. The Classroom Support Assistant works closely with teachers and specialist teams to implement personalised adjustments that help students reach their academic potential and actively engage in the wider school community.

Two temporary positions are available until the end of the 2026 school year.

Benefits And Opportunities

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications

• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) registration.
• Certificate III in School-Based Education Support (desirable)