Education Assistant (General)

Salvado Catholic College; Byford; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Salvado Catholic College in Byford is seeking an Education Assistant (General) for a part-time, 0.60 FTE contract to support an inclusive learning environment for all students.

You will assist with classroom activities, provide one-on-one or small-group guidance, and help students access the curriculum while modelling the College’s Catholic values and fostering a safe, encouraging atmosphere for learning and growth.

Qualifications

• Provide one-on-one or small-group support during classroom activities.
• Support delivery of high-quality teaching and learning programmes.
• Create an inclusive, safe learning environment aligned with school values.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with teachers in implementing planned activities and programs to enhance student engagement and success
• Providing one-on-one or small group support during classroom activities
• Contributing to create an inclusive, supportive classroom atmosphere where all students can thrive
• Helping students reach their personal learning goals and building confidence in their abilities
• Being a role model of the College’s values and actively supporting Catholic identity

Job description

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)

Applications Close: 21 September 2026

Partner with educators, and be part of an amazing Learning Diversity Team, to make inclusion a reality for all students.

As an Education Assistant (General), you play a key role in fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students. You will support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning programs by assisting with classroom activities and providing individual and small-group support. You will help maintain a positive and safe learning environment, enabling students to access the curriculum, develop essential skills, and achieve their personal learning goals.

Your day will look like:

• Collaborating with teachers in implementing planned activities and programs to enhance student engagement and success
• Providing one-on-one or small group support during classroom activities
• Contributing to create an inclusive, supportive classroom atmosphere where all students can thrive
• Helping students reach their personal learning goals and building confidence in their abilities
• Being a role model of the College’s values and actively supporting Catholic identity

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

1100 Students
100 TeachingStaff
50 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Salvado Catholic College is a co-educational secondary school in Byford, grounded in the teachings of Christ and inspired by Dom Rosendo Salvado. Guided by the values of peace, justice and compassion, the College offers a contemporary Years 7–12 education focused on high-quality teaching, strong pastoral care and holistic development. Staff enjoy a collaborative, professional culture built on respect, care and high expectations.