Part-Time Learning Assistant – Junior School (Prep-6) 2027 Fixed-Term

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Excellent facilities and resources

Competitive salary and salary packing

Paid school holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is seeking experienced Learning Assistants for the Junior School Boys campus (Prep-6) to support classrooms and groups, helping students participate confidently in learning. Two part-time fixed-term roles exist for the 2027 school year, with hours 8.00 am–4.06 pm and days to be discussed.

Role focuses on assisting teachers, preparing activities, and supporting wellbeing and inclusive education across the school community, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in educational or similar settings.
• Willingness to provide safeguarding and support to diverse learners.
• Relevant qualification (Certificate III or higher) and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individual students and small groups across learning activities.
• Assist teachers to prepare and organise classroom activities and materials.
• Support students with additional learning, health or wellbeing needs to participate in programmes.
• Monitor student wellbeing and communicate concerns to staff.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment and supervise students outside class.

Skills

Learning support

Student supervision

Classroom assistance

Interpersonal communication

Education

Certificate III or higher

Tools

Classroom resources management

Job description

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is seeking experienced Learning Assistants for the Junior School Boys campus (Prep-6) to support classrooms and groups, helping students participate confidently in learning. Two part-time fixed-term roles exist for the 2027 school year, with hours 8.00 am–4.06 pm and days to be discussed.

Role focuses on assisting teachers, preparing activities, and supporting wellbeing and inclusive education across the school community, with potential for extension.