Middle School / Senior School Teaching & Learning Assistant

The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James in Townsville seeks a dedicated Middle School/Senior School Teaching & Learning Assistant to join the Learning Enrichment team. The part-time term-time contract runs 27 January 2027 to 3 December 2027, with hours 8.00am to 3.10pm, Monday to Friday, supporting students with diverse needs.

Under supervision, you will assist with individual and small-group learning, prepare resources, supervise students, and support teachers with admin tasks to ensure

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Education Support or equivalent experience.
• Current Working with Children Check/Blue Card or eligibility.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• School settings experience and understanding of inclusion are valued.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers to help students achieve learning goals.
• Assist with individual and small-group learning and resource prep.
• Monitor student performance and assist with records and reporting.
• Provide supervision during activities and school events.
• Assist with general admin and resource duties.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Discretion

Reliability

Education

Certificate III in Education Support

Blue Card / Working with Children Check

First Aid and CPR certification

School experience in learning support

Job description

Middle School / Senior School Teaching & Learning Assistant

Part-time, term-time contract: 27 January 2027 – 3 December 2027

8.00am to 3.10pm Monday to Friday (33.25 hours per week)

Do you enjoy supporting students to build confidence, engage in their learning and achieve their individual goals?

The Cathedral School is seeking a dedicated Middle School/Senior School Teaching & Learning Assistant to join our Learning Enrichment team. This part-time, term-time contract offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with teachers and specialist staff to support students with learning difficulties, impairments, English as an additional language, and other additional needs.

About the Role

As a Middle/Senior School Teaching & Learning Assistant, you will support classroom teachers to help students achieve the learning goals documented in Individual Support and Education Plans. Working under the guidance of the Head of Learning Enrichment and the Middle/Senior School Learning Support Teachers, you will assist with individual and small-group learning support, resource preparation, student supervision, observations and administrative tasks that contribute to quality learning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with students individually and in small groups under the direction of classroom teachers.
• Assist with the implementation of individual and small-group support programs documented in students’ Individual Support and Education Plans.
• Prepare and organise classroom, school and specialised learning resources to support student learning goals.
• Monitor student performance, share observations and assist teachers with record keeping and reporting information.
• Provide supervision and support during classroom activities, playground duties, excursions, school sport and other school events as required.
• Assist with general administrative and resource duties, including filing, photocopying, preparing student files and caring for department equipment and materials.

Professional Expectations:

• Follow direction from the Head of Middle School, Head of Learning Enrichment, Middle/Senior School Learning Support Teachers and relevant classroom teachers.
• Treat students with dignity and respect, model appropriate behaviour and contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries and appropriate communication with students, families and colleagues.
• Comply with school policies and procedures, including child safety, work health and safety, privacy, mandatory training and reporting requirements.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development and school activities when required.

About You

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have a genuine interest in supporting Middle and Senior School students to achieve their learning goals.
• Respect individual differences in ability, need and learning style.
• Demonstrate initiative, flexibility, reliability, tact, confidentiality and discretion.
• Communicate well and build positive, productive working relationships with students and staff.
• Can organise and prioritise work, solve problems and contribute positively as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Certificate III in Education Support, or equivalent skills and experience.
• Current Working with Children Check/Suitability Notice (Blue Card), or eligibility to obtain one.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Experience in a school setting and an understanding of behaviour management, work health and safety and inclusive practice will be highly regarded.

Why Join Cathedral?

The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James is Townsville’s only Independent Anglican School, offering education from Early Childhood to Year 12, including boarding from Year 7. Set in a beautiful tropical environment, our school fosters creativity, lifelong learning, and holistic development. We are proud to invest in the leaders of tomorrow.

All staff at Cathedral are expected to support the philosophies of the School. Applicants must either hold or be able to obtain a current Blue Card and will be subject to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification and required disclosures relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.