Creative Arts Assistant — Part-Time (Temp) in Schools

Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle; Taree; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

St Clare's High School in Taree is seeking a temporary part-time Creative Arts Assistant (6 hours per week) to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months. The role supports Visual Arts, Drama, Music and related subjects, assisting teachers and managing classroom materials and displays.

Experience in a school setting is preferred; you will maintain safe working environments and help with inventory and school storerooms, collaborating with staff and leadership to run the day-to-day program.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment and comply with WH&S standards.
• Capacity to maintain and use art/ drama/ music materials and supplies.
• Experience with inventory management and ordering systems in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and clean up after lessons in Visual Arts, Drama, Music and related subjects.
• Assist with displaying artworks and organizing storerooms.
• Support timetabled lessons and varied extra-curricular activities in Creative Arts.
• Work with the Creative Arts Teachers and leaders to ensure day-to-day program efficiency.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

WH&S knowledge

Education

Qualifications in building and/or carpentry (desirable)

Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Job description

St Clare's High School in Taree is seeking a temporary part-time Creative Arts Assistant (6 hours per week) to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months. The role supports Visual Arts, Drama, Music and related subjects, assisting teachers and managing classroom materials and displays.

Experience in a school setting is preferred; you will maintain safe working environments and help with inventory and school storerooms, collaborating with staff and leadership to run the day-to-day program.